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1. Director of People and Culture Job Vacancy at iDE Ghana

iDE Ghana designs to context sustainable social enterprises in Water, Sanitation, Hygiene and Agriculture. Our unique and collective passion to create new market opportunities is unlocking the potential of local entrepreneurs all over the country. Through innovating affordable products and services for our customers we are making a profound social impact in the communities that we live, love and serve. We currently employ or contract more than 200 people across 41 districts in Ghana.

Job Description

The Director of People and Culture is an in-house position that will input on governance issues relating to employment practices, support positive culture and provide expertise and support in the areas of:

• Performance Management,
• Employee Relations,
• Employee Engagement,
• Diversity & Inclusion,
• Policy and Procedure Development
• HR Compliance

About the Role

• You will report directly to the Country Director of iDE Ghana, and work collaboratively with the Global Operations team of iDE HQ on our people engagement, compensation, and development strategies.
• You will lead a 2 person team.
• Based in Accra, Ghana.
• Director or People and Culture position is part of the Senior Leadership Team which includes the other following designations: Director of Finance & Administration, Director of Evidence & Analytics, and Sama Sama Managing Director.
• Compensation will depend on your experience and qualifications.
• Your package will provide for a safe, comfortable lifestyle in Ghana and allow for savings.
• Incentives for excellent performance will be included.
• The candidate we are seeking will find great value in the opportunity to apply skills in meaningful work, to make a difference in the world, to be immersed in another culture, to work with great people, and to generally do amazing things with a great amount of autonomy.
• This role will involve significant travel across Ghana, with trainings and staff engagement sessions being hosted across 8 out of Ghana’s 16 regions twice in a month.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to increase diversity & inclusion within the iDE Ghana office and projects.
• Design and implement strategies for employee engagement and retention.
• Manage performance appraisal process and assist with goal development.
• Establish a learning and development function to support professional development of employees across the business.
• Lead in coaching, counseling and advising management and staff to ensure resolution of employment related matters.
• Design, prepare and analyze HR metrics and provide reports that support decision making in specified areas.
• Create and update policies, procedures, and guidelines as needed.
• Function as primary liaison to internal committees and working groups.
• Implement new, and enhance existing staff recognition and reward programs.
• Lead the exit interview process.
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends and employment legislation. Ensure adherence to local legal requirements in addition to advising management on needed actions to remain compliant.
• Work with Global office on key HR issues and appropriately secure approval on required HR policies, procedures and practices

Required Skills or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred),
• Preferred 5- 10 years of HR experience in the above areas
• Thorough understanding and experience with HR policies and procedures, and understanding of Ghana Labour Laws
• Familiarity with all aspects of HR, including compensation, recruitment, benefits, training
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Ability to lead meetings and presentations, and to interface with all levels of staff with tact and diplomacy
• Must be a collaborative team player, possess a strong customer service orientation, and be a consultative problem solver
• Ability to advocate for both staff and management
• Highly proactive style of work, with a demonstrated track record of developing innovative approaches.
• Must be able to work independently and in teams, as well as demonstrate excellent judgement on when to escalate issues
• to the Country Director.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required. HR administrative packages preferred
• Must demonstrate Core Values: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Innovation, Teamwork, and Service

All suitable applicants should post their Application Letter and CV to email address

hrghana@ideglobal.org

Deadline: Nov 13, 2019

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2. Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator at World Vision International

Purpose of the position:

To assist Technical Leads and APs to develop and manage technical programs effectively through planning, monitoring & evaluation and research for high quality ministry

Observe mission and core values of World Vision and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that is an example to others

Major Responsibilities:

Lead the implementation of PM&E processes:

• Support Regional Operation Managers and Sector Coordinators to coordinate assessments, designs/ redesign, baselines, evaluations and transitions activities at cluster and AP levels using partnership standards, guidelines and approaches.
• Facilitate Sector Coordinators and IDFs in the design of Annual APs multi-annual plans for planning, monitoring and evaluation for the measurement of programme progress which include the development of key indicators, alignment of DIP to budget and methodology for data collection
• Work closely with the PM&E specialist, Sector Coordinators and Managers to ensure logical flow and linkages in AP multi-annual plans.
• Facilitate the implementation of new initiatives related to PM&E within the framework of partnership and national policies
• Ensure that AP plans describe desired changes to CWB in alignment with NO strategy and demonstrate how programming approach, activities and outputs contribute to this change.
• Work in close collaboration with programmatic sectoral technical specialists to ensure an integrated implementation approach in the projects & programs implemented by APs

Capacity Building

• Train Sector Coordinators, Integrated Development Facilitators and other Base staffs in the use of LEAP tools, templates, formats, standards and guidelines
• Provide hands on technical assistance, coaching and mentoring to Sector Coordinators and IDFs in concept paper development, proposal, field monitoring and evidence based reporting.
• Provide support to IDF and Sector Coordinators in the Horizon 3 upload and implementation.
• Train Clusters Managers, Sector Coordinators and data collection teams in using mobile and web based technologies and systems data collection and analysis

Measuring and Reporting Impact (Communication and Reporting)

• Provide technical backstopping in the production of Leap documents – including review and submission of semi-annual and annual programmes and projects reports as well as budgets and DIPs.
• Facilitate Cluster Managers and Sector Coordinator in preparing Base Child Well-being reporting.
• Work closely with the cluster Managers and Sector coordinators to ensure adequate coordination and supervision of ongoing and new projects.
• Support APs to use a comprehensive monitoring framework including mobile and web based technologies in systems for monitoring performance
• Undertake field-monitoring exercise to assess progress of the project implementation using standard monitoring and evaluation tools and methodologies.
• Conduct quarterly analysis of programme performance in relation to budget for management decision making.
• Support ADPs to develop POA to monitor the implementation of audit and evaluation recommendations, sponsorship KPIs and provide timely feedback to Project staff.

Data Management and Analysis

• Develop and maintain an updated database of all programme indicators (including CWBT) and periodically carry out meta-analysis of the information at Cluster and Base levels.
• Support AP/Cluster Managers to capture essential data required for entry into Horizon, and also to coordinate and provide timely feedback on review work flow processes at the Operation base level.
• Ensure that data privacy, data security, and backup protocols are implemented in the field through the relevant individuals/teams

Research and Innovation

• Documents and analyzes innovative strategies, best practices that can be replicated or scaled up
• Contribute input in support of research and grant proposals, publications and conference presentations at the Base level
• Support and (where necessary, lead) the development of ToRs for all evaluation and research activities at the Base level.
• Liaise with Knowledge Management Unit in developing at least one case studies annually for publication

Programme Management Support:

• Prepare quarterly presentations for to Base Teams on field finding and key lessons for management decision making
• Submit Base Monthly and Quarterly Base Monitoring Reports to PM&E Specialist
• Assist in supervising the operations of consultants to APs on PM&E events.
• Participate in Semi-Annual DME retreats and PM&E learning events and networks that may also yield lessons that can benefit implementation of the monitoring and evaluation.

Other Competencies/Attributes:

• Skills and experience in LEAP/DM&E/CWB
• Sufficient knowledge of World Vision’s LEAP tools and ability to train others
• Good facilitation skills
• Good time management skills
• Adequate hands on experience in the construction and review of multi-year log frames and LEAP budget templates
• Strong analytical and report writing skills
• Strong communication skills (oral and written)
• Adequate knowledge of MS Office suite and Lotus Notes, knowledge of other statistical packages such as SPSS an advantage
• Adequate knowledge and skills in data collection softwares such as ODK, GIS, etc.
• Adequate skills in planning and conducting research
• Ability to work and contribute to team building environment especially in a matrix reporting system
• Ability to exhibit a culture of responsiveness and initiative
• Ability to prioritize and manage workload
• Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.
• Attend and participate/lead in daily devotions and weekly Chapel services.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:

• Educational level required: First Degree in development planning/research related.
• Experience: minimum of 3 years relevant working experience in DM&E.
• Other: Previous working experience in DM&E (World Vision) is preferred. Masters Degree is an advantage.

Working Environment / Conditions:

• Work environment: Operation-based with frequent travel to the APs
• Travel: 25% Domestic/international travel is required.
• On call: 10%

How to Apply 

Send your CV and Application on Company 

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3. Alternative Care Coordinator at SOS Children’s Villages Ghana

SOS Children’s Villages Ghana is a child welfare organisation that provides a stable Family-Like Care (F’ for children In need. We also provide social services for families at risk through our Family Strengthening Projects. Currently, we operate in four locations: Tema, Asiakwa, Kumasi and Tamale, with the National Offic, in Accra. Applications are invited from suitably qualified and dynamic persons for appointment as:

Job Title: Alternative Care Coordinator (Formerly Village Director)

Qualification Required & Experience

The ideal candidate should hold:

• A first degree in Psychology, Social Work, Sociology or other related fields, with not less than five years’ experience in the field of child care administration, management, supervisory or leadership level in education or teaching, or social work.A second degree, a working knowledge in financial management and budgeting, as well as Project Management experience will be an added advantage
• Age – Not less than 40 years
• Possess proven ability in problem solving, providing group and individual counselling for children and youth. Capable of managing a child care facility according to good standards of child care management and capable of conceiving strategies of integration and harmonisation of pedagogical work among different child care facilities. Good understanding of working with women, children, youth & communities.
• The ideal candidate should have strong leadership and organisational skills, human resource management skills combined with a strong interest in the needs and development of children, good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to do social investigations. Must be sensitive to gender-related issues and modern concepts of child upbringing. Be of good physical and mental health and prepared to work long hours.
• Be computer literate. (Basic skills in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

Location: Tema

How to Apply

Interested applicants should send their applications (Indicating their reliable phone numbers), Curriculum vitae with photocopies of certificates addressed to: The HR/Admin Manager P. 0. Box AN 16657 Accra North Or email to Human.Resource@sosghana.org Closing Date: 08 November, 2019

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4. mHealth Assistant (ICT Field) at mothers2mothers (m2m)

mothers2mothers (m2m) is an Africa-based NGO that unlocks the potential of women to eliminate paediatric AIDS and create healthy families across eight sub-Saharan African countries. m2m trains, employs, and helps empower HIV-positive women to work as community healthcare workers in understaffed health centres and underserved communities.

Through a peer-to-peer approach, these ‘Mentor Mothers’ deliver a range of health services, advice, and support to women and their families. Started in Cape Town, South Africa in 2001 with an initial focus on preventing mother-to-child transmission of HIV, m2m has innovated and built on its strengths and now provides family-centred support for a range of related health and social issues spanning pregnancy, birth, childhood, and adolescence. It also partners with governments and other NGOs on the adoption of its programme to spread the Mentor Mother Model and its benefits. m2m has a track record of scaling its services and proven impact. To date, m2m has reached over 11M women and children under two, and created more than 10,000 jobs for African women living with HIV. For more, visit www.m2m.org.

Job Title: mHealth Assistant

m2m Ghana seeks to engage a short-term (3-months) mobile health (mHealth) Assistant (MA) who will be under the supervision of the Strategic Information Officer in the m2m Ghana office. The MA will support specific activities including training at health facility and community level throughout the two districts in which m2m operates with specific focus on technical support of the facility based m2m staff. This will in turn contribute program delivery in the areas of Early Childhood Development (ECD), Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT), and Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (RMNCH).

Key Performance Areas:

• Update m2m’s mHealth application (CommCare) and relevant software on tablets and phones
• Provide ongoing training in mHealth applications to Mentor Mothers
• Oversee and troubleshoot implementation of the m2m electronic client diary
• Ensure proper functioning of all Mentor Mother phones at all times
• Ensure Mentor Mothers are able to capture data correctly following mHealth training
• Conduct ongoing supportive supervision and mentorship to facility and community based staff to build their capacity in mHealth and data capture
• Provide weekly progress updates on supervision of Mentor Mothers to m2m Ghana staff, namely SI Officer and Technical Specialist
• Participation in key M&E activities within m2m

Qualification Required & Experience

• Degree/Diploma in any of the following fields: information technology , computer science
• 2 years of relevant experience
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and knowledge
• General interest in mobile phone technology and familiarity with Android OS
• Actively participate in the learning experience in the organization
• Willing and able to uphold m2m values; honesty, integrity, passion, dedication and diversity and Team work
• Willingness to learn and ability to multi-task and apply practical problem-solving skills as needed,
• Resilience and desire to persist when faced with challenges and remain calm in handling complex situations,
• Good writing skills and outstanding communication skills

Salary: Competitive salary packages will be negotiable in accordance with m2m’s remuneration policies.

Location: Accra

How to Apply

To submit your application, click on the link below and complete all relevant fields on the online application form. Click Here To Apply Online 

Closing Date: 15 November, 2019 

mothers2mothers is an equal opportunity employer. We particularly encourage applications from people living with HIV and AIDS (PLWHA), people with disabilities, women and previously disadvantaged people.

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5. Programme and Trade Officer at Embassy of Switzerland

The Economic Section of the Embassy of Switzerland is responsible for managing Switzerland’s economic development cooperation Programme with Ghana.

Switzerland’s development cooperation with Ghana focuses on:

• Economic and financial policy
• Urban infrastructure and utilities
• Private sector and entrepreneurship
• Sustainable trade

In addition, the Economic Section is also responsible for the Swiss business interests and the Swiss business community in Ghana.

The Embassy is now seeking a qualified Programme and Trade Officer as Trade/Private Sector Development Specialist to join its Economic Section.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage Switzerland’s portfolio and identify new activities with regard to private sector development, skills development, trade standards and value chain development.
• Take care of Swiss business interests and the Swiss business community in Ghana together with the Head of Cooperation/Economic Counsellor of the Embassy.
• Develop and maintain close contacts with government officials, private sector stakeholders, development partners and implementing agencies.

• Provide analysis on the aforementioned issues and contribute to policy dialogue, in particular the relevant sector working groups.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Economics, Business, Law or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years working experience in the private orfinancial sector.
• Proven experience with development cooperation work.
• Excellent knowledge of Ghana’s economic, political and social context.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills in English.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize. Ability to multitask in a busy environment and willingness to efficiently handle a substantial workload and to assume tasks outside the core sphere of responsibilities.Ability to negotiate with and persuade varying categories of stakeholders.
• Organised, proactive, ability to work autonomously, perseverance.
• Ability to work in a team, networking skills.

THE SWISS EMBASSY OFFERS

• Attractive working environment
• Remuneration commensurate to qualifications and experience
• Health insurance and pension fund scheme

How to Apply

Full applications require an application letter, CV, testimonials for all previous jobs. An applications should be sent to

acc.economicsection@eda.admin.ch

with the subject "Application-Trade/Private Sector Specialist" or to the address below.

The Economic Section Embassy of Switzerland Kanda Highway/Ridge Street. P. O. Box 359 GPO Accra

Deadline for applications is November 12, 2019.

Expected starting date is February 1, 2020 or as agreed between the parties.

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