Chemonics International, a U.S. based international development consulting firm has jobs in Ghana for mid and senior level technical experts for an anticipated USAID-funded project.  The project is expected to increase international competitiveness, intra-region trade, and food security in the Western African region by assisting government, the private sector, and civil society organizations to realize the advantages of greater regional and global trade linkages and export-oriented business development. This advertisement is for positions to be based in Accra, Ghana with extensive travel throughout West Africa. JOB SUMMARY Company: Chemonics International Industry: Trade Category: Trade Location: Accra, Ghana Job Status: Full-time Salary: Negotiable Education: Advanced Degree Experience: 8 years Job Expires: 13 Sep, 2012 Chemonics wants to recruit qualified individuals in the following areas of expertise: Trade capacity building & management Trade policy & regional integration Regional trade association building Export business development Transit & customs facilitation Transport policy Customs and border experts Trade Finance & Investment Required Skills or Experience An advanced degree in economics, international trade, business administration, agriculture or related field Minimum of 8 years experience in area of expertise Extensive experience working in Africa, particularly in Ghana Proven ability to work collaboratively with government officials, international donors and private sector stakeholders Excellent written and oral communications skills Fluency in written and spoken English required, fluency in French preferred. How To Apply Applicants should send CV, cover letter, and phone contact information indicating your area of expertise in the email subject line by September 13, 2012, Short-listed candidates will be contacted.   wathafricanpartnersrecruit@gmail.com   Search for Other Jobs Here

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Vanguard Assurance Co. Ltd., your CIMG Hall of Fame Insurer has employment opportunity in Ghana to recruit for Investment Officer. At inception, Vanguard offered only two classes of business - Life and Fire. Over the years, the company diversified its product portfolio and presently is a one-stop composite insurance company underwriting all the major classes of Life and Non-Life insurance. Through prudent and efficient management, Vanguard has grown from strength to strength and for several successive years has been ranked among the top three insurance companies in Ghana. In line with the requirements of the new insurance law Act 724 a new subsidiary, Vanguard Life Assurance Company Limited has been registered and licensed by the National Insurance Commission to handle life assurance while the main Vanguard Assurance handles Non-Life insurance business. JOB SUMMARY Company: Vanguard Assurance Industry: Insurance Category: Banking/Finance Location: Accra Job Status: Full-time Salary: GH¢  Education: Diploma Experience: N/A Job Expires: 14 Sep, 2012 Job Description The Job holder will do the following: Identifying and analysing investment opportunities Generating investment reports for management's consideration Management of cash & banking transactions Required Skills or Experience The Person: Must have good numeric skills Must be able to meet deadlines Diploma in Finance Work experience in treasury or investment management in a financial institution will be an added advantage How To Apply THE HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER POST OFFICE BOX 1868 ACCRA Search for Other Jobs Here

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World Vision International has employment and vacancies in Ghana to recruit for Area Development Program (ADP) Manager. We are a Christian relief, development and advocacy organisation 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, We have 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, particularly at the basic level, enhance food security and respond to disasters. JOB SUMMARY Company: World Vision International Industry: NGO Category: Project Development Location: Accra Job Status: Full-time Salary: GH¢  Education: Bachelor's Experience: 3 years Job Expires: 10 Sep, 2012 Job Description Job Reference: ADPM/WVG Department/Group: Operations Reports to: Operations Base Team Leader Job Summary: To lead the creation and/or on-going development of an Area Development Program (ADP) through managing a thorough assessment and design process, relationship building with local government and community structures, and office staff team development, resulting in a community based program that fosters children's well-being and promotes sustainable development. Major Responsibilities: Provide strong and positive leadership to the Area Development Project (ADP) ensuring competent and motivated staff are retained Ensure high level of quality programmes in alliance with World Vision standards & WV Development approach Ensure the development of an initial design of developmental priorities and approaches for interventions Coordinate Disaster Rapid Response Programme (DRRP) initiatives/protocol amongst the team and partners, e.g., government, civil society, private sector. Network with stakeholders to streamline Humanitarian & Emergency Affairs (HEA) response for Disaster Rapid Response (DRR) and climate change Work closely with the Sponsorship Manager and team on all aspects of sponsorship administration and multi-year plans Ensure that staff understand and follow the WV child protection policy, that efforts are taken to respond promptly and appropriately to child protection incidents, and that awareness raising for prevention and reporting of child protection, incidents occurs within the program area Network and develop partnerships with other NGOs, local government officials, local churches, and community leaders in the project/regional/national area Apply monitoring and evaluation system in collaboration with the programme team to ensure record keeping of monthly, semi-annual and annual basis progress against the state objectives Required Skills or Experience Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Bachelors degree is essential, bachelor degree in a field related to Development, Management, Economic or Social Sciences is preferred. (Master's degree is an advantage) Minimum of three years of management experience. Experience in development programmes is preferred Experience in program assessment, design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, report writing and emergency response is preferred Strong skills in data analysis, research work and community based programs Strong organizational and management skills, with a proven track record of managing a team and ability to prioritise work and personal life Strong problem solving, interpersonal and communication skills Thorough knowledge of MS Office, knowledge of Lotus Notes is preferred Ability to make quick decisions and to demonstrate servant leadership and foster a team oriented atmosphere Integrity, honesty, and accountability to both the team and the community Strong knowledge in Design, Monitoring & Evaluation How To Apply Applicants with the above criteria should send their application letters and CV quoting only the job reference as the subject to:ghana@wvi.org  As a Child focused organisation, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ people 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. WV is an equal opportunity employer. Women are highly encouraged to apply. Search for Other Jobs Here

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Penuel International School has employment and careers in Ghana to recruit for various positions. JOB SUMMARY Company: Penuel International School Industry: Education Category: Education/Training Location: Accra Job Status: Full-time Salary: GH¢  Education: -:- Experience: N/A Job Expires: 04 Sep, 2012 Contact: 0244-528703 Job Description Penuel International School in Kasoa needs persons for immediate employment in the positions listed below: 1. Experienced Teachers 2. Trained Teachers 3. House Helps How To Apply Call: 0244-528703 / 0208-312855 Search for Other Jobs Here

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