Regional eHealth Specialist Vacancy at Millennium Villages Project (MVP)

The Millennium Villages Project, (MVP) is set to recruit for the position of a  is a joint initiative of the Earth Institute at Columbia University, the UNDP, Millennium Promise (a private philanthropy) and the governments of African countries, including Ghana. The MVP adopts an integrated approach to help populations in severely deprived villages to break the cycle of extreme poverty and realize the Millennium Development Goals. Sectors within which the MVP intervenes include agriculture, infrastructure, environments, health, education and business development among others. In Ghana, the MVP operates in the Amansie West District of the Ashanti Region, and works with a cluster of 30 contiguous villages with an estimated total population of 30,000 people JOB SUMMARY Company     Millennium Village... Industry     NGO Category     Public Health Location     Northern Region Job Status     Full-time Salary     GH¢ Education     -:- Experience     N/A Job Expires     14 Jan, 2012 Contact     ... Job Description Regional Support for eHealth: Implementation and Maintenance of Millennium Villages Global Network,  Analytic Tools and mHealth Applications including ChildCount+ and OpenMRS Regional eHealth Specialist Terms of Reference: Millennium Villages Global-Network (MVG-Net) is an Open Source information and communication system and eHealth infrastructure initially designed to support the Millennium Village Project (MVP). Its overall aim is to enhance the achievement of the health-related Millennium Development Goals through implementation and support for eHealth infrastructure that integrates facility-based and community health worker health information systems. MVG-Net links several levels of health-related activity. It supports the immediate provision of healthcare at clinic and outreach level, largely through improved medical record keeping. It simplifies the production of reports by clinics for local decision-making and government health departments and improves the quality, timeliness and therefore usefulness of those reports. At the international level, MVG-Net serves as an important front line in the detection and response to emerging infectious disease in Sub-Saharan Africa and it will have the capacity to serve other regions of the world and other initiatives equally well. Within MVP, it helps to organize, assess and monitor the communities' progress towards the Millennium Development Goals in conjunction with the MVP's support and research organizations. In order to help implement and maintain the MVG-Net, expand the network through the implementation of ChildCount+, and ensure proper flow of data for M&E and research, MVP will engage a Regional eHealth Specialist ReHS. The ReHS will be based in the MDG Centre (East and Southern Africa or West and Central Africa) and will be managed by the Regional Health Coordinator along with the MDG Centre Director; the ReHS will work with the Regional M&E Coordinator to ensure that data is reliable, timely and of high quality. The ReHS will receive technical oversight from the Implementation Field Coordinator and the Technical Field Coordinator working under the eHealth Project Manager (Bennett Nemser) and the Director of Health Informatics (Andrew Kanter) to perform MVG-Net activities across all MVP clusters in his/her region. The ReHS will help ensure that implementation issues, requirements for development and tools will be communicated to the eHealth Development Team lead by Matt Berg. The ReHS will work out of the MDG Centre, but may also travel to the various MVP site as required. He will be responsible for the following tasks: Familiarizing him/herself with the various eHealth and the community health worker program established in each MVP cluster in his region. Establishing and maintaining close working relations with local and national Ministry of Health structures responsible for health informatics. Managing operational aspects of site visits by the MVG-Net Field Coordinator and other MVG-Net staff. Working with the eHealth Specialists in the region to collaboratively implement the MGV-Net system in the cluster by: Supporting the implementation of the OpenMRS EMR. Integrating the OpenMRS EMR with other applications such as ChildCount+ as appropriate to aggregate and integrate data within the cluster. Overseeing the training and operation of data entry personnel using MVG-Net applications through the various cluster eHealth teams. Assisting cluster eHealth teams in promptly resolving all technical problems to ensure that the electronic medical record system is operational in all regional clusters at all times. Facilitating use of the Terminology Service Bureau to assist in translation of terms and concepts for local/regional use. Supporting the design and implementation of CHW and encounter-based forms and monthly reports via the cluster eHealth Specialists and Health Coordinators. Designing and implementing training modules for data entry and/or clinical staff in the region. Training eHealth Specialists in the implementation and operation of OpenMRS and mHealth systems. Communicating regularly with the MVP eHealth Team in New York, providing updates on the status and needs of the MVG-Net system in the each cluster. Communicating regularly with the implementation and technical field coordinators: Casey Iiams-Hauser and Rob Borland. Working with cluster and MVP eHealth Team to support the flow of M&E data and research projects within the region. Attending MVG-Net and OpenMRS trainings and conferences as appropriate. Traveling to MVP sites as required for training, support and implementation activities.  Wherever possible costs of travel to MVP sites will be provided in advance.  Local travel and accommodation costs will be settled personally and reimbursed afterwards on presentation of receipts.  Expected Deliverables: Initial Status Report/Needs Assessment Reports for each cluster implementation visit. Training documentation. Implementation documentation. Annual Report Terms and salary + conditions of service will be discussed with short listed candidates.   How To Apply Please send your applications before Tuesday January 14th, 2012 to the following mail addresses: Employment@mdgwca.org Mosa@agincourt.co.za Yt2147@columbia.edu Thiamiyou.radji@millenniumpromise.org Wague.assa@mdgwca.org Search for Other Jobs Here

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Field Service Engineer Jobs at Ghana Rubber Estates Limited (GREL)

Ghana Rubber Estates Limited (GREL) is Recruiting for a Field Service Engineer. We are a multinational Company engaged in rubber production both at the primary and manufacturing levels. It was adjudged the 6th Best Company and the overall best in the Agricultural industry in the 2008 Ghana Club 100 rankings. The company has its head office in Takoradi with field offices in Abura and a state-of-the-art rubber processing factory at Apemenim, all in the Ahanta West district of the Western Region. An opportunity has risen in the company for forwarding looking individuals to pursue a job-enriching career. JOB SUMMARY Company     Ghana Rubber Estat... Industry     Agro- industr... Category     Engineering Location     Takoradi Job Status     Full-time Salary     GH¢ Education     University de... Experience     2 years Job Expires     15 Jan, 2012 Contact     ... Job Description Job Summary: Specialisation: Equipment Service/Maintenance/Repair Job Function: Will be in charge of all our heavy duty equipment on the field Be responsible for the development of preventive maintenance plan for all the heavy duty equipment Carry out the maintenance and servicing of all the heavy duty equipment Will undertake the troubleshooting of all the faults on the equipment Will co-ordinate with the store to ensure availability of spare parts and maintained at an approved level Be responsible for the development of parts list for repair of any of the heavy duty equipment Required Skills or Experience Experience: 2-3 years Key Skill: Ability to supervise repairs on caterpillar and other heavy duty diesel equipment Candidates should have a Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Automobile Engineering with over 2 years of experience Experience should be in the service & repairs of earth moving equipment and machinery How To Apply Interested persons should send their applications and CVs with full address, including contact telephone numbers to: The Human Resource & Administrative Manager Ghana Rubber Estates Limited Post Office Box TD 228 Takoradi Or e-mail address: Gladys@grelgh.com Search for Other Jobs Here

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Executive Property Sales Representatives Jobs at Twinbrook Consult Vacancy

Twinbrook Consult recruits for the position of an Executive Property Sales Representatives. We are a fast growing project management, cost management and property management consulting firm offering dynamic solutions in the construction and property management markets. We provide a one-stop-shop service suite in Project Management, Cost Management, Facilities Management, Property Management and Property Brokerage, and Construction Services. Company :     Twinbrook Consult Ltd. Employment Type :     Temporary/Contract/Project Job Category :     Sales & Marketing Job Description :     Sales and Rentals of Properties(Property Brokers) Salary Per Month:     Not Specified Job Qualification Requirements Min Education Level :     Higher National Diploma Work Experience :     1 - 3 Years Qualifications :     Min Education Level : Higher National Diploma Also, SSS/SHS Holders with at least two years working could be considered if convincing at interview stage. Language: Fluent in English, Akan or any other local language. Candidate must be resident in Accra. Salary: On Commission Basis Job Location City :     Osu. R.E. Region :     Greater Accra Contact and Application Information Apply Online :     Click here to apply for this job Application Deadline :     January 10th, 2012

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Plato Consult Limited Recruits for Opearator Technician

Plato Ghana Recruits for Opearator Technician. The Operator Technician shall be responsible for operating, maintaining and repairing production equipment to ensure equipment reliability and achieve productivity targets. The role reports to the Line Manager. JOB SUMMARY Company     Plato Consult Limi... Industry     Production Category     Others Location     Accra Job Status     Full-time Salary     Not Specified Education     HND Experience     2 years Job Expires     Not Set Contact     Plato Consult Limited Role Specific Requirements: Operate production equipment within the acceptable parameters Quickly rectify faults that occur during production Carry out scheduled maintenance programme on equipment Assist in mechanical/electrical installations and overhauls Carry out planned lubrication schedule on all equipment Keep environment and machinery under excellent operating conditions Document all machine downtimes during production Ensure the cleaning of all production equipment during specified periods Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Line Manager Required Skills or Experience Minimum Qualification: HND in Electrical/ Mechanical Technology or equivalent 2 years work experience Good Statistical Process Control background Good oral and written communication Strong IT background in  MS suite Person Specific Requirements: High integrity Good communication skills Analytical skills Problem solving skills Team player Commitment and engagement Performance driven & goal oriented Ability to work long hours and within production deadlines How To Apply Please send all attached CVs to cv1@platogh.com Search for Other Jobs Here Note: Only short listed candidates will be contacted

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World Vision Vacancy : Maintenance Manager

World Vision is looking for a highly qualified and motivated person for the position of Maintenance Manager. World Vision International is a Christian relief, development and advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. For two decades, World Vision has been working with urban and rural communities in all the 10 regions of Ghana to improve provision of water, promote sanitation and hygiene practices and quality education.. Location: GRWP, Savelugu Purpose of the position: To provide technical coordination for the maintenance, repairs and services of plant, equipment, vehicles and spare parts for efficient operation and the achievement of GRWP's objectives. Major Responsibilities: Ensure and manage the maintenance department, plan all maintenance and procurement requirement of the department and also supervise regular and annual maintenance of vehicle, plant and equipment To advise the project manager on major maintenance and procurement requirements and to update management regularly on the state of all plant, equipment and vehicles To ensure staff discipline and safety in maintenance department and to advise management on training needs of workshop staff and refresher courses for vehicle users Ensure comprehensive and up to date documentation of all repairs on all vehicle, plant, and equipment and to provide technical supervision of Base (GRWP) and field workshops To regularly relate with local agents of all GRWP equipment for updates and also ensure certification for all GRWP driving staff Required Skills or Experience Person Specification: The candidate must possess the following: Educational Level: Degree in Mechanical Engineering, (Plant option) or HND Mechanical Engineering (Plant option) - with minimum working experience of 5 years in relevant discipline or METIII (Plant option) - with minimum working experience of 5 years in relevant discipline Experience: 3 years working experience with both heavy and light duty equipment in the water well drilling industry is preferred. Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering will be an added advantage Other Competencies/Attributes: Must possess management skills and good interpersonal relations Must possess good written and verbal communication skills Possess excellent time management skills to organize, plan and prioritize assignments Must be computer literate Must be able to work under pressure and with minimal supervision Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominated diversities Attend and participate/lead in daily devotions Perform other duties as required How To Apply All interested candidates should apply with their CV attached to Ghana@wvi.org As a Child focused organisation, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ staff 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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