UNDP Ghana Recruitment : Programme Specialist

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has a presence and an unrivalled track-record in supporting national development efforts in more than 160 countries. Its current priority is to help all countries achieve the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) by 2015. UNDP is the United Nations' global development network, advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to build a better life. JOB SUMMARY Company     U.N.D.P Industry     IGO Category     Policy/Monito... Location     Accra Job Status     Contract Salary     GH¢ Education     Master'... Experience     5 years Job Expires     16 Apr, 2011 Contact     ... Job Description Location: UNDP, Accra Type of Contract: FTA Level: NOC Summary of the Assigned Duties: Under the over all the guidance of the Senior Governance Adviser, the Programme Specialist acts as advisor to Senior Management on all aspects of the CO governance programme. He manages the governance portfolio while also providing direct technical leadership in key governance practice areas. The incumbent is responsible for the strategic, managerial and representation responsibilities. These include: Ensuring Programme Management focusing on assessing and analyzing the socio-political and governance issues in the country, and lead the preparation of CPAP, Annual Work Plans (AWPs) and other policy documents that informs the formulation of the governance and other programmes/projects within the frameworks of UNDAF, UNDP CPD/CPAP and relevant national policy documents as required Ensuring effective management of the Governance programme and supervision of the Programme team focusing on quality control of the full cycle of programming from formulation to Implementation Ensuring facilitation of knowledge Management and Learning by leading in knowledge-generation and sharing, identifying and disseminating information sources and learning opportunities for capacity development at both the individual and country office levels, as well as for the benefit of national institutions Remuneration: Competitive and in accordance with UN Guidelines Required Skills or Experience Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN's values and ethical standards Promotes the vision, mission, and strategies goals of UNDP Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills Good knowledge of the Results Based Management and related Tools and strong IT skills Focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure Master's Degree or equivalent in political or social sciences or related field with at least 5 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in providing management advisory services and hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects. Experience in the use of computers and office software packages and handling of web based management systems How To Apply Expression of Interest: Qualified candidates are requested to submit their application marked "Programme Specialist" with supporting resume including telephone numbers and email addresses to the address below: The Human Resource Unit U.N.D.P. Office (Next to the Ghana National Fires Service Hqtrs) Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. Detailed Job descriptions  are available on request at the UNDP Security Gate

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United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Recruits National Project Officer

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the United Nations' global development network, advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to build a better life. UNDP has a presence and an unrivalled track-record in supporting national development efforts in more than 160 countries. Its current priority is to help all countries achieve the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) by 2015. JOB SUMMARY Company     United Nations Off... Industry     IGO Category     Project Manag... Location     Accra Job Status     Full-time Salary     GH¢ Education     -:- Experience     N/A Job Expires     07 Apr, 2011 Contact     ... Job Description Bureau Regional pour l' Afrique de l'Quest et du Centre Regional Office for West and Central Africa Post Title: National Project Officer Duty Station: Accra, Ghana Duration: 6 months, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding Project Title: Assistance for the Implementation of the National Integrated Programme (NIP) to Fight Transnational Organised Crime and to Strengthen the Criminal Justice System in Ghana Principal Function: Posted in Accra under the overall supervision of the UNODC Regional Representative for West and Central Africa and under the substantive guidance of the UNDP International Peace and Governance Adviser and the UNODC Regional Senior Legal Advisor in Dakar, the National Project Officer will be responsible for coordinating all operational issues related to the implementation of project "Assistance for the Implementation of the national Integrated Programme (NIP) to Fight Transnational Organised Crime and to Strengthen the Criminal Justice System in Ghana." He will also be responsible for UNDP support to national integrity anti-corruption efforts. As an integral part of UNDP Governance team helping to coordinate the support between the two agencies (UNODC and UNDP), his main duties include: 1. Assist national counterparts in the factual implementation of activities:     Liaise with the implementing partners at operational level to ensure the smooth implementation of the project     Support the administrative formalities towards the implementation of the NIP 2. Facilitate on-the- ground coordination between UNODC experts (Dakar and Vienna) and other external providers of specialized assistance 3. Work closely with UNDP Governance cluster and backstop UNDP anti-corruption support activities 4. Support the implementation of international and regional anti-corruption conventions and agreements; and enhance the capacities of national anti-corruption bodies through exchange of experiences and best practices 5. Strengthening capacity of national stakeholders for anti-corruption and mainstreaming transparency and integrity measures into the purview of business operations and civil society Remuneration: Competitive and in accordance with UN Guidelines Required Skills or Experience     Professionalism - Ability to apply UN rules, regulations, policies and guidelines in work situations; pride in work and in achievements; demonstration of professional competence and mastery of subject matter, including knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to legal and justice systems, crime and drug control, as well as prevention; in-depth knowledge and specialization in substantive and functional areas; very good research, analytical and problem-solving skills; sound judgment     Accountability - Ability to take ownership of all responsibilities; deliver outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operate in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; provide oversight and take responsibility for delegated assignments     Planning and Organizing - Ability to plan own work, manage conflicting priorities and to use time efficiently; ability to organize and coordinates the implementation and preparation of complex and multi-faceted activities and outputs     Client Orientation - Considering all those to whom services are provided to be "clients" and seeking to see things from clients' point of view; establishing and maintaining productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identify clients' needs and matching them to appropriate solutions; monitoring ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keep clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meeting timeline for delivery of products or services to client     Communication - Very good communication skills, including the ability to draft policy, studies and communications to various counterparts and to articulate ideas in a clear and concise manner; ability to listen to others, correctly interpreting messages from others and responding appropriately; demonstrating openness in sharing information and keeping people informed     Commitment to Continuous Learning - Keeping abreast of new developments in the political and technical areas relating to UNODC's mandate and continuously seeking ways to increase relevant of UNODC, actively seeking to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributing to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; showing willingness to learn from others; seeking feedback to learn and improve     Teamwork - Very good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnership and working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender How To Apply Expression of Interest: Qualified candidates are requested to send their application marked "National Project Officer" with supporting resume including telephone numbers and email addresses to the address below: The Human Resource Unit U.N.D.P. Office (Next to the Ghana National Fires Service Project Hqtrs) Ghana Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. Detailed Job descriptions are available on request at the UNDP Security Gate

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International Labour Organisation Ghana Recruits National Programme Officer NOA

The International Labour Organization on the Elimination of Child Labour (IPEC), a programme of the International Labour Organization, is operational in over 80 countries worldwide and supported by more than 20 donors. Its objective is the effective abolition of child labour, assisting member States in designing and implementing policies and programmes to prevent and eliminate child labour, including a foucs on the elimination of the worst forms of child labour as a matter of urgency. IPEC works to enhance the awareness of member States, workers' and employers' organizations, the international community and a wide range of actors about the problem of child labour. It assists countries in implementing International labour standards on child labour and in taking the necessary comprehensive and integrated measures for sustained and effective action.   JOB SUMMARY Company     International Labo... Industry     IGO Category     Policy/Monito... Location     Accra Job Status     Contract Salary     GH¢ Education     Master'... Experience     2 years Job Expires     28 Mar, 2011 Contact     ... IPEC is implemented through nationa, sub-regional and regional programmes, which include country-based and regional technical cooperation projects. IPEC provides assistance through technical advisory services to ILO Constitutents; direct action for the withdrawal, prevention and protection of child labourers; institutions  and capacity building; policy and legal reform; training; advocay; devlopment of tools and methodologies; research and statistical surveys; and regular sharing of good practice and collection and dissemination of information. It promotes a worldwide movement to advocate for and provide resources to support national action and works through various interagency partnerships and task forces. The Project named "Towards child labour free cocoa growing communities in Cote d' Ivoire and Ghana through an integrated area based approach" (hereafter "the Project") proposes an Integrated Area-Based (IAB) approach in which - recognizing that poverty and decent work deficitsare among the primary root causes of child labour - eliminating child labour in cocoa growing communities is managed as a process embedded in the wider national strategies for the elimination of the worst forms of child labour, the promotion of education and decent work and the reduction of poverty. This integrated approach aims to increase the effectiveness and sustainability of IPEC interventions by creating an environment in which children do not simply shift from one hazardous sector or occupation to another, in which vulnerable families and communities are empowered to address their livelihood and economic situation and thus one of the root causes of child labour, and in which the necessary consensus at both community and national levels is generated to gamer the ownership needed to support long-term change Job Description Position title: National Programme Officer     Grade: NO-A Position Number: 7 Contract Duration: 12 months with possibility of extension Duty Station: Accra, Ghana Geographical Coverage: Ghana and Nigeria Starting date: as soon as possible Under the overall guidance of the Director of the ILO Office in Abuja, the National Programme officer of the Project will work under the overall supervision of the Chief Technical Advisor (CTA) and the direct supervision of the International Programme Manager of the Project and in collaboration with the other Project staff. He/she will act as the National Programme for the Ghanaian component of the Project at national level . Duties:     Coordinate and report on all technical, administrative, financial and other matters concerning the Project     Monitor the implementation of the Action Programmes and other IPEC activities in the country on the basis of reports and regular site vists; identify difficulties and propose solutions     Evaluate IPEC Action Programmes and other activities     Establish and maintain close links with the relevant national authorities, including governmental organizations, employers' and workers' organizations and non-governmental organizations, active in the area of child labour     Initiate and process Action Programme proposals from governmental departments, employers' and workers' organizations and non-governmental organizations (NGO)     Assist the National Steering Committee (NSC) with preparation of its meetings, the selection of Action Programmes and implementing agencies     Assist IPEC implementing agencies in the procurement and purchase of equipment, in establishing criteria for the selection of Action Programme staff and terms of reference for other activities, such as surveys     Ensure timely fulfillment of all obligations and delivery of inputs and outputs of the Action Programmes     Ensure timely submission of Action Programme technical and financial reports     Ensure adherence to the ILO rules and regulations for financial and administrative matters     Prepare six-monthly progress and other reports on IPEC activities in the country     Prepare work plan for programme implementation in the country in coordination with the International Programme Manager     Provide advice and information to the CTA on activities to be developed in the country     Collect and analyse information on child labour and identify technical coordination needs     Promote ILO policy regarding child labour     Execute other assignments within IPEC Required Skills or Experience     Masters degree in a relevant field     Two to three years of professional experience in the relevant Occupational area     Excellent command of English good knowledge of another official language of the duty station. Working knowledge of French an asset     Good knowledge of the office's financial, administrative and personnel rules, regulations, practices and procedures. Good knowledge of national/local laws and regulations as pertinent to the areas of responsibility. Good knowledge of the office's programming matters and activities. Excellent analytical skills. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Excellent drafting skills. Good negotiations skill ls. Ability to clarify information. Good computer applications skills. Proven ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters. Good organizational skills. Ability to work on own initiative as well as a member of a team. Ability to deal with people with tact and diplomacy. Must display a high standard of ethical conduct and exhibit honesty and integrity. Ability to supervise staff How To Apply Expression of Interest: Qualified candidates are requested to send their supporting resume, a one page synopsis, relevant certificates, and an application letter marked as follows: Position number 7: National Programme Officer to the address below; The Chief Technical Advisor International Labour Organisation P. M. B. Ministries Post Office Accra

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