World Vision International Recruits IT Project Manager II

World Vision International has Information & Technology (IT) jobs in Ghana to hire IT Project Manager II. We are a Christian Relief, Development and Advocacy organisation dedicated to working with children, families and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tacking the causes of poverty and injustice. JOB SUMMARY Company: World Vision Ghana Industry: NGO Category: Information Technology Location: Accra Job Status: Full-time Salary: GH¢  Education: -:- Experience: 3 years Job Expires: 16 Apr, 2013 Job Description World Vision is looking for a highly qualified, proactive, motivated and resourceful person to fill the position above. Reports to: Service Delivery Manager Purpose of position: Work independently or in project teams and have the experience and skills required to manage projects. Under general direction of the Business Services Manager, oversees multiple projects. Manage all aspects of a project including clients, business partners and vendor relations, managing project deliverables, budget, business partners and vendor relations, managing project deliverables, budget, managing/working with a project team to provide business solutions and ensure adherence to quality standards. Responsible for leading and delivering Information and Communication Technology projects that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of different functions within the World Vision Partnership Operations ensuring customers' objectives are met. Also, Interacts with Engagement Team, Regional and National Office staff at all levels in support of efficient utilisation and management of information systems. Major Responsibilities: Responsible for managing and leading multiple projects. Act as liaison between assigned Lines of Ministry (LOM) and Global ICT (GICT), building a rapport and relationship with LOM staff. Consult with and advise LOM management on their information technology and computing plans, including budget cycle consultation for future ICT projects. Assist in the identification and definition of ICT projects. Co-ordinate among all GICT projects for the assigned LOM. Interface with stakeholders, business owners, and project team to execute the project activities and ensure communications with stakeholders and senior management regarding the status of projects Evaluate the feasibility of new products and services. Access and analyse organisational impact of new initiatives on existing information systems and recommend appropriate corrections and adjustments. Help and encourage business analysts to develop the skills and knowledge they apply to project activities Required Skills or Experience Jobs Specification: 3-5 years experience in ICT service management including the following analysis and project management experience. 3-5 years of Business or Technical Analysis experience. 1-2 years of Project Management experience overseeing small to medium projects or phases of larger projects. Strong, clear, concise and tactful communication and interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of staff and management. Ability to negotiate consensus among diverse groups and influence and impact the activities of others not in your own reporting structure. Ability to effectively present complex technical concepts to diverse groups of people and users in various settings and by various means (verbal and written). Must have service orientation with ability to lead teams, to organise, prioritise and delegate tasks while transferring knowledge and expertise. Ability to work under pressure and on multiple tasks and project concurrently. Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills and be able to work effectively with a diverse team of information technology professionals. Requires project management planning tools experience (e.g. Microsoft Project). Knowledge of Lotus Notes/Domino environment preferred. Must be willing to travel extensively within the West Africa sub-region. Must be fluent in both oral and written English. Fluency in written and spoken French will be an added advantage. How To Apply Interested applicants with the above criteria should send application letters and CV quoting only the job title as the subject to:recruitment@wvi.org  NB: As a Child focused organisation, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ people 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. Search for Other Jobs Here

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University of Education, Winneba Seeks Planning Officer

University of Education, Winneba has planning opportunities/jobs in Ghana to recruit Planning Officer. Just a little over 20 years ago, this University was established as the tertiary component of the 1987 educational reform by the PNDC Law 322 which led to the merger of existing diploma-awarding colleges of education namely: Advanced Teacher Training College (Winneba), Advanced Technical Teachers' College (Kumasi), College of Special Education (Akwapim-Mampong), National Academy of Music (Winneba), St. Andrew's Agricultural Training College (Mampong Ashanti), School of Ghanaian Languages (Ajumako) and the Specialist Training College (Winneba). Since its establishment, the University has continued to uphold its responsibility of producing professional educators and conducting relevant research that will help inform the direction of development of education and educational policies. Currently there are nine Faculties, two Schools and one Institute. The academic departments are now 50 in number and together offer 92 undergraduate programmes and 77 postgraduate programmes. All the nine faculties run doctoral programmes in various departments. JOB SUMMARY Company: University of Education Industry: Education Category: Information Technology Location: Winneba Job Status: Full-time Salary: GH¢  Education: Master's Experience: 5 years Job Expires: 12 Apr, 2013 Job Description Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the above position in the University of Education, Winneba. Duties and Responsibilities: The successful candidate will: Collect, collate, analyse, interpret, disseminate and maintain statistical and demographic, data of staff, students and physical facilities; Produce a range of institutional statistics and undertake data manipulation, analysis; and interpretation to convert raw data into useful management information; Compile and analyse statistical data for use in general planning, strategic and analysis planning, budgeting, sundry management requirement and repository Monitor and evaluate the Corporate and Departmental Strategic Plans of the University; Prepare annual plans of the university for submission to government; Response to request from National Council for Tertiary Education (NCTE) and the National Accreditation Board (NAB); Provision of data-based information on various aspect of the university operations and Undertake planning - related investigations and studies; Required Skills or Experience Candidate seeking appointment as Planning Officer must possess a minimum of Masters degree in Planning/Statistics with Computing or equivalent professional qualification in the relevant field. In addition, candidate must: Have served in a university as Deputy Planning Officer for a minimum of five (5) years or have a minimum of ten (10) years post-qualification experience in an analogous institution Be a member of a recognized professional body Have experience in database management and systems integration Have Sound understanding of Science and Technology How To Apply Interested applicants should apply for application forms with copies of a detailed curriculum vitae and vision statement, which must be addressed to: The Registrar University of Education, Winneba P. O. Box 25 Winneba  Search for Other Jobs Here

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Sanford Health Recruits Physician Assistant

Sanford Health has medical/pharmaceutical job opportunities in Ghana to employ Physician Assistant. In 2007, Sanford Health launched an initiative to develop a series of pediatric clinics in areas in the U.S. and around the world that lack sufficient primary care services. In many developing countries, however, the most effective way to improve the health of children is treating the entire family. To accommodate this need, Sanford expanded its mission to include the potential for hundreds of community clinics to serve millions of people. Formed upon Sanford's century-long commitment to providing comprehensive health care in the Midwestern United States, The Sanford World Clinics represent the organization's international commitment to health and healing. JOB SUMMARY Company: Sanford World Clinic Industry: Healthcare Category: Medical/Pharmarcy Location: Several Locations Job Status: Full-time Salary: Competitive Education: Advanced Degree Experience: 2 years Job Expires: 20 Apr, 2013 Contact: Ms. Peggy Canter Job Description Sanford World Clinics - Ghana is currently seeking Physician Assistants to join our team.   This will be an employed position for the right candidate: Motivated provider needed to respond to medical/health problems presented by patients including history taking, diagnosis, investigation, treatment and referral as appropriate; maintaining confidentiality and impartiality; and promoting health education in conjunction with other health professionals. Positions located in Mankessim, Kasoa and Kojokrom. Be part of a progressive health care organization. Required Skills or Experience Physician Assistant Advanced Diploma Certificate or Degree Must have excellent client/patient relations and fully respect patient rights as provided for in the Patient's Charter. How To Apply Interested applicants should submit letter of interest and curriculum vitae to: HRWorldClinics@sanfordhealth.org    Search for Other Jobs Here

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Plammis Ghana Limited Hires Technical Sales Engineer

Plammis Ghana Limited has engineering sales vacancies/jobs in Ghana to recruit Technical Sales Engineer. We are a one-stop house in Ghana for procuring equipment, materials and consumables for the mining industry. JOB SUMMARY Company: Plammis Ghana Limited Industry: Distributor/Warehouse Category: Sales/Businesses Location: Tarkwa Job Status: Full-time Salary: Attractive Education: Equivalent Experience Experience: 6 years Job Expires: 27 Apr, 2013 Contact: Nicholas Amadu Job Description Market mining-related equipment, materials and consumables (e.g. Conveyor Belts, Pulleys, Idlers/Rollers, Industrial Rubber Sheets, Industrial Valves & Pumps, Gearboxes etc) to primarily, the mining companies in Ghana.  Promote all brands that Plammis is exclusive distributor for as a much better substitute to brands used by both existing and new clients. Identifying each mining company's requirements for equipment, materials and consumables and advice management on the specific products to market to these respective companies. Persuading clients (mining companies) that the company's products or service best satisfies their needs in terms of quality, price and delivery.  Providing PRE-SALES TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE and product education, and AFTER-SALES SUPPORT SERVICES to the company's clients Required Skills or Experience Knowledge & work experience in mining-related plant/equipment and materials (e.g. Conveyor Belts,  Pulleys, Idlers/Rollers, Industrial Rubber Sheets, Industrial Valves & Pumps etc) used in the mining industry. Good in Written and Oral English Communication. Computer Literate. Good Driver (with Driving License). How To Apply Interested applicants should submit application and CV/Resume to: info@plammis.com  Search for Other Jobs Here

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Tullow Oil plc Seeks Senior Production Geologist/Geomodeller

Tullow Oil plc has oil/gas jobs in Ghana to hire Senior Production Geologist/Geomodeller. We are a leading independent oil and gas exploration and production group quoted on the London, Irish and Ghana stock exchange (Symbol: TLW) and is a constituent of the FTSE 100 index. The Group has interest in over 90 exploration and production licenses across 22 countries and focuses on four core areas: Africa, Europe, South Asia and South America. JOB SUMMARY Company: Tullow Oil Ghana Plc Industry: Oil/ Gas Category: Engineering Location: Ghana Job Status: Full-time Salary: GH¢  Education: Master's Experience: 15 years Job Expires: 29 Mar, 2013   Job Description As its subsidiary, Tullow Ghana Limited is looking to enhance its cadre of senior professionals as follows: Roles and Responsibilities: Provides high quality geological evaluations, reservoir and well correlations to the Ghana Development Team; Support infill planning studies and well drilling operations; Define data acquisition programmes, including wireline, LWD, coring and fluid sampling; Generate 3D geocellular models with Petrel software for dynamic reservoir simulation and volumetric assessments; Define and supervise in-house and external geological studies; Help maintain geological database; Mentor and train junior geologists; Provide technical guidance and assistance to other teams, and participate in major projects as required; Represent the company in Government and Partners meetings Required Skills or Experience Masters Degree in Petroleum Geology or related discipline; 15+ experience in Oil and Gas industry with strong background in development geology; Extensive experience in the Oil and Gas industry, working as a Reservoir/Development Geologist with an Operating Company; Skilled user of typical geoscience software, including Petrel, Interactive Petrophysics or Techlog; Strong operational geology skills and experience; Ideally used to international new country environments; Solid communication skills high - verbal and written How To Apply Interested applicants should send applications and CV's to ghanacareers@tullowoil.com      Search for Other Jobs Here

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