ANGLOGOLD ASHANTI Seeks Environmental Officer – Mine Rehabilitation & Closure

ANGLOGOLD ASHANTI (IDUAPRIEM) LIMITED (Subsidiary of AngloGold Ashanti Limited) has Mining/Environmental opportunities/jobs in Ghana to recruit for Environmental Officer – Mine Rehabilitation & Closure. We operates the combine Teberebie and Iduapriem open-pits gold mines at Tarkwa in the Western Region of Ghana and has a workforce of over 1400 including contractors. It is a former NOSA 5 Star "Platinum" related mine, which has gained ISO 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS) Certification and currently implementing OHSAS 18001 Safety Management System. JOB SUMMARY Company: AngloGold Ashanti Industry: Mining Category: Engineering Location: Tarkwa Job Status: Full-time Salary: GH¢  Education: University degree Experience: 2 years Job Expires: 14 Dec, 2012 Job Description .Purpose:  To assist the Environmental Superintendent - Rehabilitation & Closure to conduct Acid Rock Drainage test before encapsulation in line with the closure management plan, ensuring seeds selected for the rehabilitation are not evasive and implementing erosion with the Closure plan criteria at all times.  Main Duties and Responsibilities: Liaise with Mining department in land preparation and earthworks as per the requirements in the Reclamation Security Agreement with EPA Conduct Net Acid Generation (NAG) testing before encapsulation of waste rock dumps Collect seeds and seedlings from established seed orchards Undertake provenance testing of seeds and ensure that species selected are not invasive Undertake soil sampling and analysis to establish nutritional status and heavy metal accumulation before commencement of rehabilitation Undertake seedling production at the plant nursery to meet the rehabilitation targets Undertake growth and survival monitoring at rehabilitated sites Provide inputs and supervision for personal engaged in rehabilitation works Implement soil erosion prevention and mitigation techniques at rehabilitated sites Submit month-end reports of rehabilitation activities  Required Skills or Experience University Degree in Natural Resources, Agriculture or Civil/Geological Engineering At least 2 years environmental working experience in an extractive or construction industry Knowledge of Ghanaian Environmental Regulations and Mining & Mineral Laws and regulations Knowledge in Acid Rock Drainage formation Thorough understanding of Environmental Management Systems and Reclamation Bond Experienced working with ISO14001 or similar Environmental Management Systems Strong presentation, organisational, communication and interpersonal skills Competent in MS Office software and data management Ability to work effectively in a diverse work group How To Apply Interested applicants should submit an application letter with curriculum vitae, to the following address: THE HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER ANGLOGOLD ASHANTI (IDUAPRIEM) LIMITED P. O. BOX 283 TARKWA   Search for Other Jobs Here

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The University of Ghana Seeks Assistant Technician

The University of Ghana has agricultural technical positions/jobs in Ghana to employ Assistant Technician. We were founded in 1948 as the University College of the Gold Coast on the recommendation of the Asquith Commission, on Higher Education in the then British colonies. The Asquith Commission, which was set up in 1943 to investigate Higher Education, recommended among other things, the setting up of University Colleges in association with the University of London. This was followed up by a number of separate Commissions in different regions. The West Africa Commission was under the Chairmanship of the Rt. Hon. Walter Elliot. The Elliot Commission published a majority report which recommended the establishment of two University Colleges in the Gold Coast (Ghana) and Nigeria, and a minority report which held that only one University College for the whole of British West Africa was feasible. The British Government at first accepted the minority report of the Elliot Commission and decided that a University College for the whole of British West Africa should be established at Ibadan in Nigeria. But the people of the Gold Coast could not accept this recommendation. Led by the scholar and politician, the late Dr. J.B. Danquah, they urged the Gold Coast Government to inform the British Government that the Gold Coast could support a University College. The British Government accordingly reviewed its decision and agreed to the establishment of the University College of the Gold Coast. We currently have a student population of over 38,000 to 5,000 employees (Basic Statistics, 2011). JOB SUMMARY Company: The University of Ghana Industry: Education Category: Agriculture Location: Accra Job Status: Full-time Salary: GH¢  Education: Certificate Experience: N/A Job Expires: 15 Dec, 2012 Job Description Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the under-listed positions in the Department of Animal Science of the College of Agriculture and Consumer Sciences. Required Skills or Experience Must possess the Science Laboratory Technician (Part 1) certificate from a recognized institution; or Must be a holder of certificate in Agriculture from a recognized Agricultural Institute; or Must possess WASSCE/SSSCE certificate of six passes including English Language, Mathematics and any Science subject How To Apply Details of this advertisement can be found under "Employment Opportunities" (Other Links) at the University of Ghana Website: www.ug.edu.gh Interested applicants are requested to submit: An application letter; Photocopies of birth and educational certificates; Curriculum vitae with names and addresses of two (2) referees; A completed application form (for junior and Senior Staff) to be downloaded from the University's website: www.ug.edu.gh/hrodd Completed application forms, application letter, etc, should reach: The College Registrar College of Agriculture and Consumer Sciences  University of Ghana Legon - Accra, Ghana  Search for Other Jobs Here

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Relief International Seeks Seed Industry Adviser

Relief International has agricultural opportunities and jobs in Ghana to employ Seed Industry Adviser. Established in 1990, Relief International (RI) is a leading global change organization that transforms adversity into renewal for the world's most vulnerable populations.  RI bridges the gap between immediate humanitarian relief and long-term community development.  RI also comprises Enterprise Works/VITA (EWV) to expand its work to combat poverty by helping small producers and other entrepreneurs build sustainable businesses that create jobs and increase productivity, market opportunities and incomes.  The merged organization is currently working in more than 30 countries to combat global poverty through humanitarian and economic development programs based on sustainable, enterprise-oriented solutions. JOB SUMMARY Company: Relief International Industry: NGO Category: Agriculture Location: Tamale Job Status: Full-time Salary: GH¢  Education: Master's Experience: 7 years Job Expires: 23 Dec, 2012 Job Description Program Summary: RI/EW is currently seeking advisors and experts for key positions in the upcoming 5-year USAID Ghana Agricultural Technology Transfer Project (ATT) Project.  The overall goal of the ATT Project is to provide technical assistance and capacity building for increasing the availability of agricultural technologies for smallholder farmers in Northern Ghana to focusing on improved seed technologies, including biotechnology; managing soil fertility; agriculture sector communications and knowledge management tools; strengthening capacity for agricultural research for technology development and transfer; and to strengthen public and private sectors to disseminate such technologies.  The project will focus on maize, rice, and soya and will be closely integrated with other USAID Ghana Feed the Future (FtF) and Government of Ghana's projects and programs in the seed and soil fertility sectors. Essential Responsibilities and Duties: The Seed Industry Advisor will help strengthen the capacity to develop and access new seed varieties and improve the performance of the formal public and private seed sector to consistently produce high quality seeds for Ghanaian producers.  The Seed Advisor will support and test innovative business models for seed companies; promote linkages in the seed industry; strengthen agro dealers' technical, businesses, and outreach capacity and skills; and foster the transition of Ghana's seed sector towards a private sector led industry.  Support for knowledge and communications systems and technologies that disseminate information on varieties, quantities, prices and locations of seeds will be necessary. Candidates should have a strong technical background of seed production and market experience. The Seed Advisor will work closely with a variety of stakeholders, institutions, and researchers across both public and private sectors in Ghana. Required Skills or Experience Qualifications & Requirements: RI/EW seeks a dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to achieve results through teamwork for this anticipated program. Master's degree in an agriculture relevant field: Minimum of seven years professional experience in building private sector-led seed industries in developing countries, preferably with some time in Africa, in order to increase the number of improved varieties available for smallholder farmers. Demonstrated success in using value chain approaches and best practices for increasing the competitiveness of a commercial sector. Experience in building capacity of both public and private sector actors in seed industries in carrying out regulatory requirements for seed sector development, including inspection, certification, quality assurance and testing of new varieties. Solid background and knowledge of USAID Rules and Regulations; Excellent interpersonal, communication, public speaking, and strategic planning skills required; Strong English writing skills required; Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, tasks efficiently; Excellent time management skills and resourcefulness with strong attention to detail; How To Apply Interested applicants should  submit a cover letter, resume, salary history, 3 professional supervisory references (whom we may contact after a second interview) with the date of availability to:  hrdevelopment@ri.org. OR  Click on the below link: http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH07/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=RI&cws=4&rid=285  Search for Other Jobs Here

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Safi Sana Hires Fertiliser and Soil Expert

Safi Sana has Agricultural Opportunities and Jobs in Ghana to recruit for Fertiliser and Soil Expert. In preparation of the further roll out of our project in Ghana we are looking for strong and motivated staff to join our teams, both in The Netherlands and Ghana. In 2010 we started our pilot project in Accra (Ghana) to test the Safi Sana business concept for waste re-use. We have just finished the construction of our first 20-seater public toilet block in Teshie. The second block, a 14-seater, is under construction and is located in Ashaiman. At the same time we are testing the collection and treatment of faecal sludge and other organic wastes in order to produce biogas and organic fertilizer. JOB SUMMARY Company: Safi Sana Ghana Ltd Industry: Recycling Category: Agricultural Location: Accra Job Status: Full-time Salary: GH¢  Education: Master's Degree Experience: 5 years Job Expires: 30 Nov, 2012 Job Description General description As the Fertiliser and Soil Expert you will provide technical and scientific support to the product development team that is responsible for developing a portfolio of (bio) fertilisers from municipal and faecal waste for the local market in the Greater Accra Region . Responsibilities Design of framework and methodology for the technical development process of future fertilizer products based on targeted crops, soil needs and farmer demand; Technical supervision and support of the product development process done by the development team; Report to the Manager during product development processes and upon product finalization; Required Skills or Experience Agricultural education with a specific reference to (bio) fertilizers, plant nutrient sciences and soil management; a minimum of Msc/Mphil is required The candidate is required to have proven work experience with a minimum of 5 years. How To Apply Interested applicants should apply to:  envirofert@gmail.com    or P. O. Box CT 8312  Cantonments, Accra  Search for Other Jobs Here

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Chemonics International Recruits Agricultural Policy Officers.

Chemonics International has Agricultural openings and jobs in Ghana to recruit Agricultural Policy Officers. For more than 36 years, Chemonics International, a U.S.-based international development consulting firm, has partnered with local and international organizations to promote social and economic change in Africa and around the world.  Our work began in West Africa in 1976 in Cameroon, where we improved rice production and in 1977 in Mali where we revived a drought-depleted livestock sector.  Since then, we have expanded our expertise to address a diverse range of challenges in education reform, conflict mitigation and management, decentralization, rule of law, anticorruption, private sector development, trade, agriculture, health, and nutrition. Our experience extends across the African continent and in West Africa includes Ghana, Burkina Faso, Cote d'Ivoire, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Guinea, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, and Senegal. JOB SUMMARY Company: Chemonics International Industry: Agriculture Category: Agriculture Location: Accra and Tamale Job Status: Full-time Salary: Negotiable Education: Master's Experience: 7 years Job Expires: 30 Nov, 2012 Job Description Chemonics International, a leading U.S.-based international development consulting firm, seeks expressions of interest from senior and mid-level policy professionals for an anticipated five-year USAID-funded policy and capacity-building project designed to improve the enabling environment for private sector development and improved food security. The program will focus on agricultural policy activities to increase the competitiveness of the rice, maize, soya and marine fisheries value chains.  These activities are expected to involve agricultural policy research, formulation, implementation and policy advocacy. Chemonics is recruiting for both long-or- short-term assignments in the following technical areas: Agricultural policy research and analysis Agricultural legislative drafting Issue analysis and advocacy Data collection, management and statistical analysis Institutional strengthening Monitoring and evaluation USAID grants management Required Skills or Experience Qualifications for technical staff: Minimum of Master's degree in agriculture, policy, or business-related field Minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience in Ghana Prior experience with USAID projects highly preferred Experience working collaboratively with the Government of Ghana, private sector actors,     and USAID or other donors preferred Strong interpersonal and communications skills and fluency in English required How To Apply Interested applicants should apply by sending email with cover letter and CV (as attachments) to Ghana.policy.recruit@gmail.com. Please indicate the position(s) being applied for in the subject line. Applications are due by November 30th, 2012 and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only short-listed candidates meeting the qualifications listed above will be contacted. Chemonics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Search for Other Jobs Here

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