British High Commission Seeks Head Gardner

The British High Commission has an Agricultural vacancy in Ghana to employ A1 (L) Head Gardner.

Job Description

A qualified and experienced gardener is required to manage and develop a team maintaining the gardens around the British High Commission, the High Commissioner’s Residence garden and other residential garden estates. This is a hands-on horticultural role as well as one with management of staff and resources.
Reporting To;  Head Of Technical Works Group
Main Duties
The main elements of the job include:

1. As senior gardener, work on the flagship Residence garden (the venue for functions throughout the year) and assign gardeners to locations around the estate.
2. Develop, design and maintain the garden estate and its amenities in line with low-maintenance, environmentally-friendly and minimal-water use principles. 
3. Develop plant care and garden maintenance calendars/routines for the team to follow, defining standards clearly and ensuring the team adheres to them.
4. Oversee (including through regular site visits) the team’s garden work (which includes planting, irrigation, weeding, keeping plants healthy and pruned, clearing debris, composting and plant propagation).
5. Regularly inspect the garden estate and pro-actively identify areas and amenities requiring maintenance or development.
6. Ensure health and safety regulations are applied throughout garden estate.
7. Regularly inspect garden tools and other equipment that should be maintained by team or external contractors. Advise on stock ordering and recommend additional purchases when necessary and ensure value for money/within budget.
8. Act as a manager, leader and mentor to the team, encouraging strong team spirit. Includes writing appraisals, dealing with breaches of standards and recognising strong performance.
9. Train the team in general horticultural skills and recommend/encourage other Learning & Development opportunities.
10. Seek, and act on, customer feedback.

The successful applicant will need to:

• Observe the Foreign and Commonwealth Office’s diversity and equality policies
• Show some flexibility over working hours

The post holder along with his/her team will also be expected to undertake other related duties from time to time, which fall within their capability, and to be flexible, co-operative and generally assist other members of the support team as necessary.Information for applicants:

• The monthly salary range for A1 (L) positions in the BHC is GHS 916 (rising in increments of GHS 35 based on performance to a maximum of GHS 1,263). The starting salary for this position is GHS 916
• The appointment will be offered initially for one year, and subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period. Thereafter, the appointment may be renewed for 3 years, subject to satisfactory performance, by mutual agreement.

Required Skills or Experience

1. Qualified horticulturalist with proven practical experience
2. Professional qualification or evidence of some formal training in horticulture, gardening or grounds work
3. Knowledge and use of horticultural equipment and health and safety principles
4. Experience of managing a team
5. Driving licence

Abilities/skills:

1. Good verbal communication skills - Good and effective communication (speaking and listening) skills are important to understanding customer requirements and explain work to staff. A positive and friendly attitude.
2. Energetic, fit, capable of physical work and carrying out duties in all weather conditions
3. Problem solving skills and an ability to apply tact, diplomacy and confidentiality when appropriate
4. High standards and ability to motivate the team to match those standards
5. High degree of personal drive and motivation - able to work independently as well as part of a team. Good team player.
6. Enthusiasm for working in a diverse workplace.
7. Knowledge in composting and waste management on a medium to large scale
8. Strong organisational skills to manage workload and meet deadlines
9. Basic computer skills e.g. to manage spreadsheets of work schedules, deal with work requests, monitor budget and evaluate performance using ICT.

Job Expires: 8 August, 2013

How To Apply

Interested applicants should complete an application form which can be obtained from this website: www.gov.uk/government/world/organisations/british-high-commission-accra/about/recruitment#current-vacancies, add their CV plus a cover letter to the Human Resource Manager at the address below, no later than close of business on 8th August 2013.

HR Manager
British High Commission
Osu Link, off Gamel Abdul Nasser Avenue
P O Box 296
Accra

with the envelope clearly marked A1(L)TWGHG
or to this email address: Jobs.BHCAccra@fco.gov.uk The subject line must read “A1(L)TWGHG”.
Or Hand deliver at the British High Commission (opposite Ghana Institute of Journalism)
Applications will be sifted and only those successful will be invited for interview. The successful applicant will demonstrate that they meet the requirements under Ghanaian law to work in Ghana, and to pass (or have passed) BHC internal security clearance.
If you have any questions about the role please contact akua.sakyi@fco.gov.uk. More information about the work of the British High Commission in Ghana can be found at: https://www.gov.uk/government/world/ghana
THE BRITISH HIGH COMMISSION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

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Builsa Community Bank Ltd Seeks Chartered Accountants

Builsa Community Bank Ltd has accounting vacancies in Ghana to engage a firm of Chartered Accountants to fill the vacant position of independent (Statutory) Auditors of the Bank.

Required Skills or Experience

• Interested applicants must be a firm of Chartered Accountants in good standing with the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana.

Job Expires: 12 August, 2013

How To Apply

Interested persons should send their applications and proposal to the address below:

The Manager
Builsa Community Bank Ltd
P. O. Box 25
Sandema

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Challenging Heights Recruits Programs Officer

Challenging Heights has project development jobs in Ghana to recruit Programs Officer. We deliver social justice interventions to children, women, and underserved communities in the coastal and farming communities of Ghana. This includes rescue, rehabilitation, and reintegration of children who have been trafficked in the fishing industry, as well as creating community awareness on these issues in order to prevent trafficking and re-trafficking of children. Challenging Heights also contributes to policy and awareness creation and the public discourse on issues affecting Ghanaian children. Additionally, the organization runs a school for more than 700 children who are survivors of child trafficking or who are at risk of child trafficking. 

From the humble beginning of being a one-man unregistered organization in 2003, Challenging Heights has grown to its present status of a formidable child-centered social justice organization that is at the forefront of fighting for the rights of children and underserved populations.

Challenging Heights is poised to scale up operations for the purpose of sustaining its program gains and services and improving upon the quality it offers to both its clients and supporters.

The Programs Officer will support international volunteers and visitors who come to Challenging Heights, as well as assist with programming tasks as needed. This will be achieved by orienting visitors to Challenging Heights programs and Ghanaian culture and managing communication with local and international partnerships. This position requires patience, cultural sensitivity, and flexibility.

For more information on Challenging Heights, please visit our website: www.challengingheights.org.

 

Job Description

Programs Officer

• Orient international visitors and volunteers to Challenging Heights programs, Ghanaian culture, local languages, and Winneba.
• Communicate with volunteers and visitors before arrival in Ghana through email, Skype, and phone.
• Liaise with Challenging Heights staff to create and manage volunteer work placements.
• Assist volunteers with planning trips within Ghana.
• Assist with communication with local and international partners.
• Write various reports for Challenging Heights.
• Assist Programs team with community programming as needed.

Required Skills or Experience

 Required qualifications, Skills or Experience

• A first degree in tourism, social sciences, or other relevant field required.
• Understanding of child rights and social justice agenda in Ghana. Knowledge of child trafficking, especially in the fishing industry in Ghana, a plus.
• Knowledge of local and national government structure and relevant laws and acts (Human Trafficking Act, Children's Act, etc). 

• Knowledge of international bodies and laws a plus.

Experience

• Demonstrated experience working with international visitors.
• Two years' experience in program management and/or tourism.
• Experience working with children, youth, and/or community groups.
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice/human rights/child rights
• Experience with social research a plus.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Highly computer and internet literate. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint.
• Outgoing, flexible, and a quick learner. Passionate about human rights and justice.
• Ability to work long hours, including some weekends.
• High level of personal initiative and resourcefulness.
• Intercultural relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of Ghanaian immigration procedures a plus.
• Fluent in Fante or Twi required.

Job Expires: 24 September, 2013

How To Apply

 To apply for this position, please email the following to infoCHghana@gmail.com (applications not including all of the below will not be considered):

• A one page Cover Letter, detailing experience that is relevant to the position.
• A CV/resume, including two professional references.
• A Writing Sample of your own work which demonstrates effective written communication on a relevant issue.

Please use the title of the position as the subject of the email.

Female candidates and graduates of UEW highly encouraged to apply. Ghanaian nationals only please.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, as we hope to fill this position ASAP.

 Short-listed candidates will be invited for interview.

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Sanford World Clinics Hires Registered Nurses

Sanford World Clinics has medical vacancies in Ghana to hire Registered Nurses. 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 Description

Sanford World Clinics - Ghana is currently seeking Registered Nurses to join our team.

The professional nurse will provide care to patients by

• Contributing to the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care to improve health outcomes.
• Responsible for evaluating patient responses to interventions and modify plan as needed.
• Several locations available in the Central and Greater Accra region.

Be part of a growing health care organization

Required Skills or Experience

• Registered General Nurse Diploma/Registered Nurse Degree
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum of 5 years experience required
• Active PIN and registration with GNMC

Job Epires: 10 August, 2013

Contact: Ms. Peggy Canter

How To Apply

Interested applicants should send cover letter and curriculum vitae to: HRWorldClinics@sanfordhealth.org

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Brigitte and Bobby Sherman Hires Accountant

Brigitte and Bobby Sherman Children’s Foundation (BBS Children’s Foundation)has accounting jobs in Ghana to hire Accountant. We are a humanitarian organization dedicated to caring for children adversely affected by poverty and disease in developing countries.

Our mission is to help children become contributing members of society by providing them with basic needs, education, enrichment and recreation.  What makes us different from other organizations is our belief in the power of music to inspire and heal.  Thus a key component of our care is access to music and the arts.

Job Description

Background
We are completing our first international project, the construction of a youth center in Ada, Ghana.  We call our youth center a Musical Village because it will have after school activities and recreation that a youth center typically provides but will also integrate the teaching, practice and performance of music.  Programs at the Musical Village will begin in July 2013.    In addition, the Foundation will continue providing basic needs, tutoring and music instruction to children in Accra.
Position Description
The position will establish and maintain accounting records and financial statements for BBS Children’s Foundation in Ghana that meet audit guidelines and legal standards.  It will also establish a systematic approach for the creation and payment of invoices for external vendor goods and services.  This position will report to the CEO and encompass Foundation operations in Accra and Ada.
Location
The position is in Accra at the BBS Children’s Foundation office.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain accounting and bookkeeping systems, making use of computer software
• Establish chart of accounts and assign entries to proper accounts daily
• Manage and reconcile GHC bank account on a monthly basis
• Report to CEO regarding the finances monthly or as needed.  Immediately bring discrepancies to her attention. 
• Prepare the monthly budget and wire transfer request in collaboration with the managers and submit to the CEO for review and approval
• Disburse the funds from the monthly budget and wire transfers, ensuring all payments have approval and supporting documentation
• Recommend and enforce procedure for submission and review of invoices from external vendors.  Identify standard information to be included on all invoices. 
• Work with external auditors to complete annual audited financial statements by March 1 of the following year
• Analyze operations and costs to identify trends, optimize current spending, and project future spending
• Calculate and submit payroll SSNIT contributions
• Determine taxes owed and prepare tax returns, ensuring compliance with payment, reporting or other tax requirements
• Maintain the confidentiality of all information, show maturity in the execution of duties, and meet deadlines 
• Maintain at all times the highest ethical standards, truthfulness and honesty.  At no time will Employee compromise BBS Children’s Foundation reputation or place the Foundation in a position to be liable for losses due to unethical practices. 

Required Skills or Experience

Education

• BS in Accounting

Experience

• 5 years in Accounting
• CA or ACCA preferred but not required

Other Requirements

• Expertise in accounting/ bookkeeping software and Microsoft Office
• Fluency in English

Job Expires: 19 Aug., 2013 

How To Apply

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to

office@bbscfoundation.org
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Kwame Nkrumah University Recruits Finance Officer

Kwame Nkrumah University has Banking/Financing job vacancies in Ghana to recruit Finance Officer.

Job Description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the position of FINANCE OFFICER.
The Position:

• The Finance Officer is the Head of the Finance Office and shall be responsible, under the Vice-Chancellor, for the financial administration of the University.

Terms of Appointment: The Appointment shall be full time and the Applicant must be able to serve a minimum FOUR-YEAR Term of Office before attaining the compulsory retiring age of SIXTY (60).

Required Skills or Experience

The Person:

• Must be a distinguished professional with capacity to motivate and direct staff
• Must be above reproach and must exhibit a high sense of industry, leadership qualities and organizational skills
• Must possess excellent communication and inter-personal skills
• Must be a Member of a recognized professional Accountancy/Auditing body (ICA/ACCA/CIMA/CA/CPA, etc); possession of a Master's Degree, preferably MBA/MSc/Ms in Accounting/Finance would be an advantage
• Must have served in a University or analogous institution for at least 10 years as Deputy Finance Officer/Deputy Director of Finance/Deputy Internal Auditor. Or
• A minimum of 15 years post-qualification experience in a reputable and recognized practicing firms, industry, commence and/or public service

Job Expires: 16th Aug, 2013

How To Apply

Interested applicants are requested to submit an Application Letter together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, a Three (3) page Vision Statement and Names and Addresses of Three (3) Referees.

Applications should be marked 'APPLICATION FOR FINANCE OFFICER' and forwarded under COVER to reach the following address to:

The Registrar
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Private Mail Bag
University Post Office
Kumasi - Ghana

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Plato Consult Ltd Seeks Financial Controller

Plato Consult Ltd has Media/Communication Jobs in Ghana to hire a responsible Financial Controller.

Job Description

A Reputable Media Company

The Financial Controller oversees the day to day activities of the finance team and ensures the companies finance function is organised and efficient and produces accurate financial and management accounts.  Reports to MD

Role Specific Requirements;

• Management of the finance function and overseeing the finance team.
•  Preparation of budgets, forecasts and cash flows
•  Maintenance of financial ledgers and accounting processes
•  Preparation of Monthly Consolidated P&L and Balance Sheet
•  Timely production of statutory and internal financial reports
•   Financial modelling and analysis
• Cash management and treasury duties
• Ensuring that appropriate systems and internal controls are implemented and maintained
•  Overseeing the Payroll process
• Preparation of VAT returns

Required Skills or Experience

Minimum Experience :

5 years in a finance department or finance related jobs

·         Experience from the Big 4 audit  firms, media agencies FMCG will be a plus

·         Advanced knowledge in excel

·         Hardworking, good oral and written communication

Knowledge of accounting software is a plus

Person Specific Requirement

a) Analytical skills

b) Confident, a self starter,

c) Ability to operate in a dynamic environment

d) Good attention to detail

e) Problem Solving skills

f) Team Player

g) Commitment and engagement
h) Good presentation skills

Job Expires: 23rd July, 2013

How To Apply

Interested applicants should please send CV’s to CV1@platogh.com or 0302924326/ 0289924326

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SADA-MVP Recruits Agricultural Project Supervisors

The Savannah Accelerated Development Authority Millennium Villages Project (SADA-MVP) has Agricultural Job vacancies in Ghana to recruit Agricultural Project Supervisors. We are an integrated programme which is being implemented in the West Mamprusi, Mamprugu-Moaduri and Builsa South Districts of the Northern and Upper East Regions of Ghana. The project’s overall goal is to work with 30,000 people in the targeted rural communities in achieving the eight Millennium Development Goals, and to help establish a robust local economy that can sustain and extend the progress made during the project period. The project will achieve this by coordinating the delivery of a package of science-based proven interventions for agriculture, education, health, and rural infrastructure among others. The agriculture and environment sector forms a key component of the SADA-MVP. The main objective is to cut hunger, malnutrition and poverty by half, through increased production, access and utilization of nutritious foods, with a special focus on improving the nutritional status of pregnant women, nursing mothers and infants under five  (MDG 1). The SADA Millennium Villages Project with funding support from the British Department for International Development (DFID) is thus looking for suitable candidates to employ as Field Supervisors to supervise and coordinate the work of Agriculture Extension Agents in the Project communities.

Job Description

Job Title: Unit: SADA Millennium Villages Project
Location: Northern Ghana (Walewale & Fumbisi)

Job Summary
Purpose of the Position:The Agriculture Project Supervisor is a member of SADA MVP agribusiness team and will work to promote knowledge management and usage at the community level to ensure the achievement of the objectives of the agribusiness and environment sectors of the project.  The incumbent will build strong relationships with the cooperative members especially the leadership with a focus on impact, and community ownership of all empowerment processes. The overall goal of the position is to assist the agribusiness team in achieving the MDGs especially food security and poverty reduction goal as well as ensuring environmental sustainability.
The Agriculture Project Supervisor will report directly to the Agriculture and Environment Coordinator as well, work closely with the Business Development Coordinator. Other important relationships will include the MoFA Agriculture Extension Officers, District Cooperative Officer, and the Agriculture Mechanization Officer in implementing agribusiness activities at community level.
Responsibilities/Duties:

1. The overall goal of the Agriculture Project Supervisor will be to assist Agriculture Extension Officers plan and implement their weekly and monthly operational plans that will lead to the achievements of the MDGs. The incumbent shall supervise and coordinate the work of the Agriculture Extension Officers in the beneficiary communities
2. Collaborate with MoFA AEAs, Agriculture Mechanization Officer and SADA MVP agribusiness team to implement agribusiness and mechanization project activities
3. Assist AEAs to review and develop operational work plans to carry out agribusiness activities on weekly, and monthly basis
4. Facilitate timely distribution of farm inputs to farmers
5. Ensure timely and appropriate land preparation services to farmers within the cluster
6. Ensuring timely and appropriate harvesting and shelling services to farmers within the cluster
7. Ensure that AEAs stay in communities to provide extension services to farmers
8. Report on acres ploughed on weekly and monthly basis
9. Assess capacity needs of AEAs and organize appropriate training sessions for them   and cooperative members at community level
10. Monitor and supervise the work of all agriculture extension agent
11. Assist agriculture extension officers to set up demonstration farms and field days
12. Assist the agriculture extension agents in conducting yield estimates studies
13. Work closely with the cooperative societies and the unions as well as the AEAs  in farm produce aggregation and marketing
14. Provide the necessary technical support to cooperative members and the AEAs to strengthen the overall performance of agribusiness activities
15. Stay at District level to supervise and coordinate activities of the AEAs
16. Collate data from AEAs and other stakeholders for analysis and reporting
17. Write and submit progress report to the agribusiness team on weekly and monthly basis
18. Carry out any other relevant duties that may be assigned by the Team leader and the agribusiness team

Terms of offer:MVP offers a competitive salary with an excellent benefits package. The employment contract is for a period of one year with the possibility of renewal. MVP prides itself on its collegial, supportive and gender sensitive working environment and believes that staff diversity promotes excellence. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Required Skills or Experience

1. A bachelor’s degree in Agriculture (Agronomy/Crops Option) with relevant field experience (5 years of field experience in similar position)
2. A highly motivated individual with a professional background to work as field extension agent in Agriculture and environmental issues
3. Skills in community mobilization and facilitation
4. Practical knowledge and skills in extension delivery services and on-farm agronomy
5. Experience working in an integrated community development project
6. A team player with good interpersonal skills in communication and dissemination of knowledge
7. Proven problem solving and organizational skills, flexibility and calm under pressure
8. Good computer skills
9. Fluency in local languages will be an advantage -mampruli and Buli
10. Excellent writing, interpersonal, and communication skills
11. Must have excellent organizational skills, be self-motivated, be a team player and detail-oriented

Job Expires: 26 July, 2013

How To Apply

Interested applicants should send a cover letter summarizing their relevance to this position, a full C.V. and names and contact information of three referees knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to: SADA.MVP@millenniumpromise.org. and copy these two emails: employment@mdgwca.org and jacob.ubindam@millenniumpromise.org in the same application. “Application for Agriculture Project Supervisor” should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email message.

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Kin-tec Recruits Sales Executive

Kin-tec has Energy, Oil & Gas jobs to recruit a result oriented Sales Executive.

Job Description

Position Title:  Sales Executive
Reporting to:  General Manager

Job summary:

The person would be responsible for establishing and maintaining profitable relationships with customers on behalf of the company and for actively prospecting for new accounts and maximizing sales potential with existing customers. Managing business at major international oil companies

Competency and Skills Requirements:

• Should be both sales and operationally inclined – can sell as well as deliver
• Should be comfortable working with standard PC applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Self-motivated individuals          
• High integrity
• Excellent relationship building skills
• Good verbal, written and visual/presentation communication skills
• Able to think ‘outside the box’
• Must have ability to handle multiple responsibilities -- to work across many accounts, projects, and/or issues and prioritize effectively 

Travel Requirements

• This role requires occasional travel
• The individual will be expected to visit client locations and attend meetings

Required Skills or Experience

• A first degree/HND in Science/Engineering or strong technical background
• Minimum of a Second Class (Upper Division) university degree or Upper Credit polytechnic degree
• Professional certification will be an added advantage
• 1-3 years sales experience within the oil and gas industry

Job Expires: 15th August, 2013

How To Apply

Interested applicants should send resumes to:

info@kin.tec.com.gh
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Gadgets and Gear Seeks Sales Manager

Gadgets and Gear has job opportunities in Ghana to hire a dynamic Sales Manager.

Job Description

• The right candidate is someone with qualitifcations in electrical/mechanical engineering with sales and marketing focus.
• He/she will be department head in charge of power generators and products.
• Will promote, sell and overlook after sales service of the brand of power generators.
• Prepare and participate in tenders, market products to Corporates and SME's, prepare presentations and liaise with other company stakeholders in the department.  

Required Skills or Experience

• Previous experience in sales of power generators is a plus.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prepare tender documents
• Understand all technical issues related to generators, engines, alternators etc
• Able to work with logistics to deliver to clients
• Prepare sales and marketing strategies and implement them
• 5 years experience in similar job supervising sales staff

Job Expires: 29th July, 2013

How To Apply

Interested applicants should send curriculum vitae to: career@gadgetsandgear.net

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Bediako Memorial Institute Seeks Teachers

Bediako Memorial Institute has Education job vacancies in Ghana to hire highly motivated Teachers.

Job Description

When we commenced operations in September 2002,  we set ourselves the vision of becoming a top notch basic school, providing teaching and learning environment of the highest quality. Spurred on by our vision, we have achieved growth in all departments of our business.

From September, 2013, we shall require business-oriented and professional qualified teachers. If you share our vision, and qualify for any of the following areas, then join us.

• English Language (JHS)
• Class Teacher (Lower & Upper Primary)
• Home Economics (JHS)

Required Skills or Experience

• The minimum qualification for any of the above is diploma in basic education or its equivalent.

Job Expires: 25th July, 2013

How To Apply

Interested applicants should send application letter, CV and photocopies of certificates to:

The HR Officer
P. O. Box 233
Kasoa

Or Hand Deliver To The School At CP, Off Kasoa - Winneba Highway

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Global Communities Seeks Quality Assurance Officer

Global Communities (formerly CHF International) has NGO (Quality Control/Assurance) job vacancies in Ghana to employ Quality Assurance Officer. Our mission is to be a catalyst for long-lasting positive change in low and moderate income communities around the world, helping them to improve their social, economic and environmental conditions.

Job Description

Location: Takoradi with occasional travel to project sites in the Western, Central and Eastern Regions of Ghana
Job Title:  Quality Assurance Officer
Reports To:  Project Director
Global Communities in collaboration with a private sector partner is embarking on a project that will involve the rehabilitation of school facilities in six districts of the Western, Central and Eastern Regions. Global Communities requires the services of a Quality Assurance Officer to lead the quality assurance team on the project to ensure that construction and renovation works are proceeding according to government-approved standards.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 
The Quality Assurance Officer will have oversight of infrastructure development works to ensure that work is completed on time and within the budget. To attain this, the main duties and responsibilities are:

• Participate in project site meetings and visits with the construction contractor on a regular basis.
• Conduct quality testing of materials (water, cement, concrete mixtures, etc.) used for construction and infrastructure development;
• Provide input in the form of advisory support/recommendations on BOQs submitted by the contractors;
• Ensure compliance with technical specifications and documenting all technical processes;
• Liaise with the Stakeholder Engagement Officer in providing support to the Operations and Maintenance teams to facilitate continuous and professional maintenance of the project infrastructure;
• Perform regular review/assessment of facility maintenance and identify areas for improvement;
• Providing procedures for tracking construction inspection and verification activities for the contract, construction acceptance criteria, and construction audits;
• Ensure that completed works will meet or exceed the requirements of the construction drawings and specifications;
• Develop guidelines for inspection and documentation of construction activities;
• Ensure that all unexpected changes or conditions that could affect the construction quality are detected, documented, and addressed during construction;
• Review Contractors quality control reports, tests, and inspection results;
• Ensure that the Quality Assurance personnel conducting inspections are adequately trained and understand assignment limits and time frames;
• Inspect all materials, construction, plant, and equipment for conformance with the technical specifications;
• Investigate and set standards for quality/health and safety on all construction sites;
• Ensure that construction processes comply with standards at both national and international levels;
• Work with construction staff to establish procedures, standards, systems and procedures and ensure that they are adhered to;
• Write management/technical reports on construction processes and procedures;
• Monitor performance of construction activities;
• Provide technical backstopping to consultants on construction best practices;
• Other duties assigned by your supervisor or Management.

The duties listed above are not inclusive of all duties at Global Communities. Global Communities reserves the right to change and update the position descriptions at any time.

Required Skills or Experience

REQUIREMENTS

• A construction management and engineering professional.
• Membership of the Ghana Institute of Engineers or similar accredited institution.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint) and AutoCAD
• Assertive personality with demonstrated ability to work in a team
• Experience in creating maintenance schedules for rehabilitating and renovating buildings
• Report-writing skills (for progress and financial reports) and experience in the preparation of tender documents
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work within deadlines.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of 7 years in construction projects and construction project management.
• A degree in Civil Engineering, Building Technology, Quantity Surveying or relevant field.

Job Expires: 26 July, 2013

How To Apply

Interested applicants should forward to CV to: contact@ghana.chfinternational.org

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EngenderHealth Hires Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

EngenderHealth has Policy/Monitoring & Evaluation jobs in Ghana to hire Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Officer. We work to improve the health and well-being of people in the poorest communities of the world. We do this by sharing our expertise in sexual and reproductive health and transforming the quality of health care. We promote gender equity, advocate for sound practices and policies, and inspire people to assert their rights to better, healthier lives. Working in partnership with local organizations, we adapt our work in response to local needs

Job Description

EngenderHealth works to improve the health and well-being of people in the poorest communities of the world. We do this by sharing our expertise in sexual and reproductive health and transforming the quality of health care.

We promote gender equity, advocate for sound practices and policies, and inspire people to assert their rights to better, healthier lives. Working in partnership with local organizations, we adapt our work in response to local needs

EngenderHealth is seeking expressions of interest from highly-qualified candidates in for the position below. All positions are based in Accra with periodic travel outside Accra. Interested candidates MUST be nationals from Ghana or possess a valid work authorization.

Reporting To: Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor

Scope of Position

• The Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will work closely with M&E Advisor and other program staff in various M&E activities including design, data collection, entry, analysis, report writing of program performance and dissemination of evaluation findings.
• S/he will assist with coordination of evaluation and monitoring activities in the field ensuring that data are used for decision making and program improvement.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Country Director, M&E Advisor and other program staff in writing project reports, documenting and disseminating lessons learned and best practices for improving services.
• Participate in all M&E activities including designing and implementation of studies/assessments, developing data collection instruments, preparation of dummy tables, data entry, analysis and report writing.
• Work with program staff to implement project activities and monitor to track performance.
• Assist the M&E Advisor with the coordination of M&E activities in the field ensuring that data are used for decision making and program improvement.
• Perform other program duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Required Skills or Experience

Qualification

• At least a Master's degree in Public Health, Demography, Statistics, Sociology or related field.

Other Relevant Experience

• Demonstrated expertise in report writing and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in monitoring, evaluation and research related to reproductive service delivery or child health for at least five years.
• Experience with quantitative and qualitative data analysis programs e.g. Microsoft Access, SPSS, STATA, or other comparable programs.
• Computer literate including knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to travel in-country about 30% of the time.

Job Expires: 21 July, 2013

How To Apply

Interested applicants should send resume to: JAzuntaaba@engenderhealth.org

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US Mission in Accra Recruits Financial Specialist

The US Mission in Accra, Ghana has accounting/auditing job vacancy to recruit for the position of Financial Specialist in the office of Financial Management (FMC).

Job Description

• Under the direct supervision of the Financial Management Officer (FMO), the incumbent acts as the Senior LE Staff member in the Embassy's Financial Management Centre (FMC) and directly supervises two Financial Analysts, two Accounting Technicians and one Supervisory Voucher Examiner, and indirectly supervises one EFM, one Class B Cashier, one Financial Clerk, and six Voucher Examiners

Salary Range: GH¢24,074 p.a. - 51,113.00 p.a. (depending on qualification and experience)

Required Skills or Experience

Education & Prior Work Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree (BSc) in Finance or Accounting is required. (substitutions include an additional three years of responsible experience in financial accounting and/or resource management OR a Bachelor's degree in any field plus an additional one to two years experience in financial, accounting and/or resource management)
• Five to Seven (5 - 7) years of progressively more responsible work in financial and resource management and two to three (2 - 3) years supervisory experience is required 

Job Expires: 18th July, 2013

How To Apply

Interested applicants should submit application to:

Human Resources Office
Through the Mailroom, Chancery
American Embassy, Accra
P. O. Box GP 194
Accra

Point of Contact:

• Telephone: 0302-741000
• Fax: 0302-741389
• E-mail: AccraHRO@state.gov

To get a copy of this vacancy announcement, please log on to our website at: http://ghana.usembassy.gov/jobopportunities.html 

NB: When submitting your application via email, please always start the subject line with the position title.

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JLP Manpower Seeks EHS Advisor

JLP MANPOWER has Oil/Gas jobs in Ghana and seeks EHS Advisor. 

Job Description

Our Client is a leading independent oil and gas exploration and production company in Europe with a focused portfolio on world-class assets in West Africa, East Africa and South America.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of EHS Advisor:

Job Purpose:
Manage EHS aspects of all activities for the Company's Production Operations, Field Development Projects and in-field interfaces with Production Operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop project specific EHS management system documentation.
• Visit offshore and onshore sites to ensure consistency of EHS standards and input to any incremental studies focused on EHS impact to existing production facilities.
• Ensure that new operational/construction sites have approved EHS drive, standards and direction.
• Drive the training and mentoring of productions operations and develop/manage project EHS induction, project EHS programmes and initiatives.
• Develop and monitor project EHS KPIs and ensure appropriate EHS auditing and inspection
• Monitor compliance with EHS policies & procedures and recommend corrective or improvement action.
• Provide EHS input to Contracting & Procurement processes and develp/maintain project specific EHS documents.
• Co-ordinate project risk assessment activities including maintenance of the Risk Register and make input to any project safety Studies e.g. HAZID, HAZOP.
• Liaison with Regulators and other key external Stakeholders
• Support implementation of incident reporting & investigation
• Monthly compilation and reporting of EHS information and statistics for the project.

Required Skills or Experience

• Tertiary level qualification in engineering or EHS related subject, preferably NEBOSH.  Minimum of 15 years oil and gas sector experience, 10 years EHS experience
• Able to manage operational EHS activities in a Project Team environment.
• Transfers knowledge and develops practices from across the company.
• Demonstrates knowledge of technical EHS.
• Able to operate at a high level of project management with commensurate communication and presentational skills.
• Understands the impact of maintaining high EHS standards without compromise.
• Sets direction, harnesses the talents and energies of team towards team goals 

Job Expires: 11, August, 2013

How To Apply

Interested applicants should please send CV to the Head of Recruitment – JLP MANPOWER via the below Email: 

nana.obeng@jlpeng.com  

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Mantrac Recruits Health And Safety Officer - Newmont Marc, Akyem

Mantrac has HSE  job vacancies in Ghana to recruit Health And Safety Officer - Newmont Marc, Akyem. We are Ghana's sole authorized Dealer for Caterpillar Earthmoving, Constructions, Power Systems and Lift Trucks Products.

Job Description

In order to advanced our Position as the market leader, we invite applications from highly motivated and qualified Person to employ as: HEALTH AND SAFETY OFFICER - NEWMONT MARC, AKYEM.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting and advising the Managing Director to discharge the SHE duties of the company
• Ensuring that the company SMS is implemented and maintained by Management throughout all the branches of the Company in Ghana
• Being the focal point to the other health and safety officers/coordinators at the MARC Contracts sites and to lead and coordinate SHE activities throughout our Ghana business
• Setting up auditing policies, procedures and company safety standards
• Heads and Chairs all safety meetings between all SHE Officers in every branch of the Company
• Together with the departmental or sectional Managers and members of the Health and Safety Committee undertake periodic work place inspection at the branches of Accra, Tarkwa, Kumasi, and Takoradi
• Ensuring that a register of hazardous substances is maintained in all locations
• Investigating accidents, incidents and near misses and record the data accordingly
• Ensuring that contractors working on the company premises or on behalf of the company are competent and controlled whilst they are working on site
• Ensuring new employees, temporary workers and contractors are given adequate safety information before they begin work
• To promote a safety culture within the organisation

Remuneration: Exciting salary package awaits the successful candidates

Required Skills or Experience

• B.Sc Engineering
• Trained to a minimum of General and Advanced HSE standard (Mandatory)
• Membership of the relevant professional body (Desirable)
• Must have at least five (5) years post-qualification relevant experience
• Must have excellent communication skills
• Have sound Understanding of the Ghanaian Safety Laws
• A through understanding of the Company's SMS
• Be able to identify hazards throughout the business
• Show good time management skills
• Must be computer literate and well versed in Microsoft Word, Excel,
• PowerPoint, Access and the Internet

Job Expires: 21 July, 2013

How To Apply

Interested applicants should forward application and CV with full address to:

The Human Resources Manager
Mantrac Ghana Limited
P. O. Box 5207
Accra - North

Fax: 030-2221950

E-mail: recruitment@mantracghana.com

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Accessconsult Hires Quality Control Officer

Accessconsult has Quality Control/Quality Assurance jobs in Ghana to hire Quality Control Officer.

Job Description

The successful candidate shall be responsible for coordinating and supervising the tasks of verification, inspection and testing on the basis of the plan for the implementation of the work.

Required Skills or Experience

• HND and other professional qualification can apply.
• Ability to work under pressure is added advantage.

Job Expires: 26th July, 2013

How To Apply

Interested applicants should please send CV to this email: accessconsult@ymail.com 

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