The West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) Recruitment : Senior Program, Research & Documentation Officer

The West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) was established by the Open Society Initiative for West Africa (OSIWA) in December 2005. As part of its strategic engagement in the promotion of democratization and good governance in Africa, OSIWA conceived the idea of establishing WACSI for the development of the capacity of civil society organizations (CSOs) in West Africa. The objectives of WACSI are primarily to serve as an independent resource center for civil society organisations in West Africa through knowledge production, policy generation, training and capacity development in the sub-region; to strengthen and promote the institutionalisation of CSOs, and enhance their skills and capacity to engage state and policy processes effectively. JOB SUMMARY Company     Africa World Airli... Industry     Airline Category     Customer Serv... Location     Accra Job Status     Full-time Salary     GH¢ Education     -:- Experience     N/A Job Expires     20 Apr, 2011 Contact     ...   Job Description WACSI seeks committed, motivated and dynamic persons to join its team in contributing to enhancing civil society's professionalism, efficiency and effectiveness in West Africa. Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified persons for the under listed position. Under the direct supervision of the Executive Director, the Senior Program, Research and Documentation Officer will serve as an active member of the senior management team working closely with the Training and Capacity Building, and Policy Advocacy Officers. She/he will have primary responsibility of WACSI's program development, monitoring and evaluation, and implement WACSI's research and documentation strategy. Provide leadership in WACSI's program development, monitoring and evaluation Provide visionary and innovative intellectual and administrative leadership in WACSI's research and documentation department Produce academically rigorous publications on the activities and issues of concern to civil society in West Africa Build partnerships with research organizations and think tanks in the region Develop and build a team of WACSI researchers Organize in collaboration with the Policy Advocacy unit, policy dialogue seminars and forums for civil society, policy makers, and other key stakeholders Liaise with the Training and Capacity Building unit to provide relevant training for research teams and CSOs in general Develop WACSI's M&E plans in collaboration with other units and supervise the implementation of those plans Required Skills or Experience An MPhil or higher in international relations, political science or other relevant social sciences 10 years post qualification with relevant work experience in the Non-Governmental sector, at least 5 of which must be related to doing research and documentation; program planning and development Commensurate experience in project monitoring and evaluation Fluency in English and French Strong research background Applicant must have published several peer reviewed articles and any of the following areas; democracy and governance, peace and security, policy advocacy Strategic programming skills Strong project management and supervisory skills Monitoring and evaluation skills Knowledge management expertise Familiarity with West Africa's socio-political context Dynamic, self-motivated and be able to work independently Team builder and player How To Apply Interested applicants for position must submit a Research paper on a relevant topic in addition to a letter of motivation and Curriculum Vitae/Resume, to the Administrative Officer at WASCI by email at:

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Winrock International Vacancy : Behavior Change Agent

Winrock International  a US based international non-governmental organization is empowering cocoa households with opportunities and education solutions (ECHOES) programme in Ghana. Under the ECHOES programme Winrock international is expanding learning opportunities for target community members in its operational areas. The organization has established community learning centres where teachers will be trained in basic computer literacy and skills. As part of the community capacity building. JOB SUMMARY Company     Winrock Internatio... Industry     IGO Category     Policy/Monito... Location     Multiple Job Status     Full-time Salary     GH¢ Education     -:- Experience     5 years Job Expires     08 Apr, 2011 Contact     ... Job Description The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is currently funding the Ghana WASH Project which aims to maximise health impacts in five regions of Ghana including Greater Accra, Volta, Eastern, Central and Western. The immediate goal of the project is to improve the access to safe and adequate water supply and basic sanitation facilities infrastructure for households, clinics, and schools and promote complementary hygiene practices to maximise the health impact form this improved infrastructure. Relief International is the main implementer and has sub-contracted Winrock International to assist with the capacity building of Local Non-Governmental Organizations (LNGOs) and lead the strategic behavior change interventions In order to achieve this goal the Ghana WASH Project team focuses on the following objectives: Objective 1: Increase access to improved water and sanitation infrastructure for individual households, communities, schools, and clinics in the target areas Objective 2: Assist in developing innovative modes of establishing new infrastructure Objective 3: Improve the capacity of small grant recipients to mobilize community members to actively participate in: (a) the improvement and maintenance of water and sanitation infrastructure; and (b) local official bodies that provides support for these efforts Objective 4: Support development of behaviors that result in: (a) water and sanitation (WASH) infrastructure that is well-utilized by target communities; and (b) increased adoption of complementary hygiene behaviors that will reduce water-borne diseases Objective 5: Manage existing partnerships and potentially develop new partnerships with private sector and/or voluntary organizations committed to achieving the same results Under Ghana WASH, Winrock International is seeking a Behaviour Change Agent to implement a comprehensive behaviour change program around health/hygiene promotion and access to safe water and sanitation practices in specified districts with Eastern, Volta,  and Greater Accra regions of Ghana. He/she will be expected to work with a team of Water and Sanitation experts to ensure a well coordinated effort. She/he will be in charge of capacity building of local NGO's (LNGOs) by training them on advocacy, leadership, civic engagement. community entry and mobilization, community profile analysis, community action plan development, hygiene promotion, social marketing, CLTS, and safe water and sanitation practices. These LNGOs will then be training and transferring knowledge to communities to carry out and adopt behaviour change in water, sanitation and hygiene practices. She/he will be expected to provide support to the LNGOs and monitor and their progress on behavior change activities with local communities. Terms of Reference: Behavior Change Agent, Ghana WASH project Reports to: Winrock DCOP/Behavior Change Specialist, Ghana WASH project Responsibilities include: Assist in conducting baseline assessments of target communities in conjunction with WASH team members and consultants Assist the DCOP/Behavior Change Specialist and consultants with the development of training materials for local NGOs Capacity building for local NGOs through training and on-going support Oversee LNGOs formation of WatSan committees at the community level Assist LNGOs to conduct community profile analysis Ensure that communities are implementing their action plans and practices Interact with District Assemblies and Environmental Health Associates to assist them in supporting the water and sanitation behavior change activities at the community level Participate in frequent experience sharing workshops with regional and district level stakeholders including CWSA, DWSTs and other stakeholders in BCP and CLTS Provide input into Small Grants facility policy and Small Grants manual with regard  to behaviour change, mobilization and social marketing Continually measure progress for behaviour change and benchmark progress Conduct monitoring & evaluation activities and collect data based upon performance targets. Ensure that local NGOs are implementing these targets in their project plans for achieving water and sanitation behavior change in schools and communities Prepare monthly reports for the DCOP/Behavior Change Specialist Represent the project as designated for Behavior Change Able to travel extensively within the specified districts and regions Required Skills or Experience Five to seven years experience in rural development with a focus on water resource management, sanitation, health and hygiene promotion Knowledge of CLTS, SLTS, and community based approaches to behaviour change and factors leading to sustainable change An understanding of and experience utilizing participatory training methods required Education in the social or developmental sciences with training in water and sanitation practices How To Apply Please submit your cover letter, CV and three contactable references to: loheneayisi@winrockghana.org  by COB

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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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ProCredit SLC Ghana Recruits Security Assistant

ProCredit SLC with its 26 networked branches is one of the leading providers of banking services to individuals and businesses in Ghana. Belonging to an international network of 21 financial institutions in countries across Latin America, Eastern Europe and Africa, we value flat hierarchies, innovation and a performance-based corporate culture. JOB SUMMARY Company     ProCredit SLC Industry     Financial Ser... Category     Banking/Finan... Location     Accra and Kumasi Job Status     Full-time Salary     Education     Diploma Experience     3 years Job Expires     Not Set Contact     .. Job Description Conduct security risk assessments for the institution's premises Conduct and assist in internal investigations Coordinate collaboration with the national security agencies Elaborate training material and coordinate operational training with private security companies Coordinate security systems maintenance for the institution's premises Maintain the database on the institution's security information Required Skills or Experience Diploma or similar qualification in information security Advanced knowledge in ICT/Technical security At least three (3) years working experience in a related position Good Knowledge in Institutional Security Protocols Computer literate, analytical and self initiative. Good communication and organizational skills How To Apply We offer an interesting and challenging work opportunity in a dynamic, international environment. Your application documents should include a motivation statement detailing clearly why you want to join ProCredit SLC and why you are particularly suited for this position. Please be informed that only selected candidates will be contacted by the HR Department and invited to participate in an assessment test in Elementary Mathematics, Accounting and Basic English. Log on to the careers page of our website on www.procredit.com.ghto submit your curriculum vitae and motivational letter.

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Newmont Ghana Recruits Environment Manager

Newmont Mining Corporation Founded in 1921 and publicly traded since 1925 Newmont is one of the world's largest gold producers and is the only gold company included in the S&P 500 Index and Fortune 500. It is primarily a gold producer, with significant assets or operations in the United States, Australia, Peru, Indonesia, Ghana, Canada, New Zealand and Mexico. Company      Newmont Ghana Industry     Mining Category     Management Location     Kenyasi Job Status     Full-time Salary     GH¢ Education     University de... Experience     10 years Job Expires     08 Apr, 2011 Contact     ... Job Description The successful candidate will report to the General Manager, Environmental and Social Responsibility (ESR) Ahafo Mine and will provide technical and management support to all project staff regarding environmental stewardship thereby ensuring compliance with all applicable environmental permits, corporate standards, and Ghanaian legal requirements Design and develop environmental programs and procedures Identify necessary resources, develop and manage a budget sufficient to support all environmental programs Serve as the key technical resource person working with all Ahafo Mine site staff Oversee the maintenance of records for environmental compliance through first-hand inspections and from information gathered by departmental employees Manage performance and development of skills within the environmental staff to a level of technical proficiency consistent with Newmont and international standards The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive Required Skills or Experience Must have degree or diploma in Environmental Engineering or Science Minimum of 10 years working experience in environmental and mining regulations Experience with qualitative methods of measuring standards and cost benefit analysis In depth knowledge of various chemicals and materials used, their effect on the environment and the proper method of clean up Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, database management and GIS How To Apply If you would like to be considered for any of these position, please send your application letter and current CV with references, indicating your e-mail address, telephone contact information to the address below: The Human Resource Manager Newmont Ghana Gold Limited P. O. Box 59 Kenyasi, Brong Ahafo Region Or Email to: recruiting@newmont.com

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