Topgy Group Hires Marketing Executives

JOB SUMMARY
Company:
Topgy Group
Industry:
Technology
Category:
Sales and Marketing
Location:
Accra
Job Status:
Full-time
Salary:
GH¢ 
Education:
:-
Experience:
1 year
Job Expires:
12 July, 2013
How To Apply
Interested applicants should send application & CV to: info@topgygroup.com

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MEDA Seeks Monitoring And Evaluation Manager

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Mennonite Economic Development Associates (MEDA) has NGO openings/jobs in Ghana to employ Monitoring and Evaluation Manager. MEDA is an association of compassionate women and men who invest in the lives of families living in poverty around the world.

JOB SUMMARY

Company:

Mennonite Economic Development Associates (MEDA)

Industry:

NGO

Category:

Policy/Monitoring

Location:

Tamale

Job Status:

Full-time

Salary:

GH¢ 

Education:

Master's degree

Experience:

5 years

Contact:

Catherine Sobrevega

Job Description

The Monitoring and Evaluation Manager will be responsible for guiding the overall strategy, effective and efficient planning and implementation of all related activities of the M&E unit; overseeing evaluative activity including surveys, case studies and impact assessment; working closely with the MEDA head office evaluation office, and providing timely and relevant information to key stakeholders. The M&E Manager will also serve as member of Senior Management Team.

Duties:

•   Provide direction and supervision to the M & E Team to ensure smooth functioning and delivery of desired results in a timely fashion.
•   Devise the overall strategy, tools and mechanisms for monitoring, evaluation and information management for the GROW Project and its implementing partners.
•   Oversee the implementation of the project's evaluative systems and Performance Management Framework
•   Provide leadership and guidance in the preparation of the weekly, quarterly and annual reports, ensuring quality and timeliness.
•   Work closely with the Country Project Manager and the Project Specialists in the preparation of annual work plans
•   As necessary, plan and implement capacity building on evaluation for staff and partners
•   Ensure sub-grants are contributing and meeting overall project targets in a cumulative way and that M&E is embedded in each sub-grant.
•   Ensure MEDA's compliance in meeting  donor reporting requirements
•   Ensure evaluative systems incorporate gender and environment factors as appropriate.
•   Oversee the generation of 'lessons learned' systems to facilitate continuous learning for the project and stakeholders
•   Establish and maintain proactive contact with relevant stakeholders including donors, , government bodies, local organizations
•   Represent MEDA Ghana as and when necessary and requested by the supervisor.
•   Carry out other duties as assigned by the Country Project Manager.

Required Skills or Experience

•   Master's level education, preferably in social sciences, economics, business and/or international         development or an equivalent combination of education and experience
•   Five years' management experience in monitoring and evaluation, within an INGO or similar nature     organization
•   Experience in women's programming and/or economic developed strongly preferred
•   Strong familiarity with donor (specifically CIDA) regulations, reporting requirements,
•   Demonstrated leadership and vision in managing staff and major projects or initiatives at a national      level.
•   Strong English communication skills, with specific emphasis on writing skills.
•   Demonstrated familiarity with various M&E tools
•   Excellent analytical skills, logical thinking, detail oriented and ability to work under pressure and     tight deadlines
•   Excellent interpersonal skills and collaborative management style.
•   Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
•   Experience working in culturally diverse settings;
•   A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards
•   Excels at operating in a complex, fast paced, results-driven environment.
•   Appreciation and support of MEDA's faith, values and goals.

Location: Tamale

How To Apply

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, detailed CV of his/her qualifications, work history and the names of at least 3 referees in MSWord document to Lukman Kadiri:- lkadiri@meda.org

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World Bank Seeks Senior Energy Specialist

 

World Bank has technical jobs in Ghana to recruit Senior Energy Specialist. We are a global connector of knowledge, learning and innovation for poverty reduction hence we recognize that poverty has no borders. Neither does excellence. So we are continually in search of the brightest, most talented individuals from around the globe. And we are proud to employ a dedicated and committed workforce that is diverse in gender, nationality and ethnic background.

Staffs work with governments, civil society groups, the private sector and others in developing countries around the world, assisting people in all areas of development, from policy and strategic advice to the identification, preparation, appraisal and supervision of development projects.

Build a career that is truly worthwhile with the World Bank, the world's leading international development organization.

 

JOB SUMMARY

Company:

World Bank

Industry:

Energy

Category:

Banking

Location:

Accra

Job Status:

Full-time

Salary:

GH¢ 

Education:

University degree

Experience:

8 years

Job Expires:

29 Jul, 2013

Job Description

The World Bank energy program in Ghana is diverse. It includes policy dialogue and financing for transmission and distribution. It also supports the Government of Ghana in identifying and developing new generation capacity from gas, hydropower, and other sources. Policy dialogue is focused on the improving service delivery while restoring the financial equilibrium of the sector. This includes support on how to attract private capital to for energy in this growing economy and on the role of Ghana in the West African Power Pool. The World Bank also supports access in rural areas, including off-grid and renewable solutions.

The Unit seeks a seasoned Senior Energy Specialist to lead its strategic, advisory, and operational work primarily in the West Africa. The Senior Energy Specialist will be based in Accra, Ghana.

Note: If the selected candidate is a current Bank Group staff member with a Regular or Open-Ended appointment, s/he will retain his/her Regular or Open-Ended appointment. All others will be offered a three year renewable term appointment.

Note: If the selected candidate is a current Bank Group staff member with a Regular or Open-Ended appointment, s/he will retain his/her Regular or Open-Ended appointment. All others will be offered a 3 year term appointment.

The responsibilities for the position include but are not limited to:-

•   The selected candidate will be responsible, to prepare, appraise, negotiate and supervise complex energy projects in selected countries in Africa.  These include regional transmission interconnections, hydro power projects, public-private partnership projects and electricity access projects. S/he will actively participate in overseeing implementation of energy operations with the aim to enhance quality and accelerate implementation.

•   The Senior Energy Specialist should lead an active Bank policy dialogue with clients and other stakeholders on strategic energy issues and implementation of the region's ongoing energy sector reforms, especially in the electric power sector. This includes the promotion of regional energy activities in the Africa region and advancing prospect for development of cross-border interconnections. The Senior Energy Specialist will also maintain sufficient knowledge of individual operations and activities (including those not managed by him/her) to be able to identify and help resolve project-specific or systemic issues.

•   The candidate will be required to lead and contribute to analytical and advisory work. This includes supporting the development of national and regional analytical activities and advising the Western African Power Pool. In doing this, the senior energy specialist will be expected to forge partnerships with organizations and individuals which can both better inform the Bank's energy strategies, and also result in higher quality implementation and impact of Bank-supported programs. This will require effective communication and outreach to key stakeholders client governments, academia, civil society organizations, media, other development partners and other Bank units.

•   The senior energy specialist will be expected to lead teams and to provide guidance and mentoring to junior staff on operational, policy dialogue and analytical activities

Required Skills or Experience

Selection Criteria:

•   Master's degree in engineering, economics, finance or other energy related field;
•   At least 8 years of combined experience in the World Bank, other international institutions/companies and/or government in energy with demonstrated track record in the management of large complex projects;
•   Solid track record and experience in leading/anchoring a power sector dialogue and preparation/supervision of corporate risk energy projects is considered a distinct advantage;
•   Experience and/or substantive exposure with recent developments in the energy sector such as hydropower, and regulatory reform and public-private partnerships;
•   a track record of team work and ability to produce high-quality results and outputs with minimal supervision;
•   A track record of good external client relations skills at all levels of seniority;
•   High level of energy, initiative and flexibility in quickly adjusting to changing work program requirements; Copied at: ghanacurrentjobs.com
•   Excellent oral and written communication skills, in particular ability to effectively dialogue with and relate to clients and stakeholders; and,
•   Proficiency in English is essential. Proficiency in French is an advantage.

COMPETENCIES

•   Knowledge and Experience in Development Arena – Translates technical and cross-country knowledge into practical applications and contributions to country and sector strategies; interacts with clients at the policy level.
•   Policy Dialogue Skills – Anticipates needs and requests in the field and conducts independent policy discussions with representatives of the government and non-government partners.
•   Integrative Skills – Understands relevant cross-sectoral areas how they are interrelated; able to undertake cross-sectoral work in lending and non-lending operations.
•   Energy Sector Technologies – Deep experience applying knowledge (hydrocarbon, power generation, transmission and distribution, renewables, energy efficiency,low carbon strategies, etc.) to policy-related decisions and advice.
•   Energy Policy, Strategy and Institutions – Solid understanding of energy policies, strategies, institutions, and regulations.
•   Client Orientation – Maintains client relationships in the face of conflicting demands or directions and provides evidence-based advice and solutions based on sound diagnosis and knowledge.
•   Drive for Results – Identifies the needed resources to accomplish results involving multiple stakeholders and finds solutions to obstacles affecting key deliverables.
•   Teamwork (Collaboration) and Inclusion – Shows leadership in ensuring the team stays organized and focused, and actively seeks and considers diverse ideas and approaches.
•   Knowledge, Learning and Communication – Leads in the sharing of best practice, trends, knowledge and lessons learned across units and with clients and partners, articulating ideas verbally and in writing in a clear and compelling way across audiences of varied levels.
•   Business Judgment and Analytical Decision Making – Gathers inputs, assesses risk, considers impact and articulates benefits of decisions for internal and external stakeholders over the long term.

 

How To Apply

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GA Presbyterian Recruits Agricultural Technical Officer

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GA Presbyterian has agricultural jobs in Ghana to employ Agricultural Technical Officer.

JOB SUMMARY

Company:

GA Presbyterian

Industry:

Agriculture

Category:

Agriculture

Location:

Abokobi-Accra

Job Status:

Full-time

Salary:

GH¢ 

Education:

University degree

Experience:

3 years

Job Expires:

28 Jul, 2013

Job Description

The responsibilities for the position include but are not limited to:-

·Advise HR & Admin. Manager on staff training and development matters;

·To assist the Farm Manager in the performance of his duties

·To ensure the keeping of farm records using approved recording formats

·To supervise assigned staff in the performance of their duties

· To train staff and farmers on topical livestock and crops issues

·To perform any other job assigned by the Farm Manager

Salary/Benefits: Attractive and negotiate with fringe benefits.

Required Skills or Experience

  • Must possess a certificate from any recognised Agricultural Institute/College
  • Must have, at least, 3 years post-qualification experience in handling medium/large scale poultry/pig operations
  • A Christian, preferably, a Presbyterian

·         Location: Accra

How To Apply

Interested applicants should send application letter and CV to: rainbowpresbytery@yahoo.com or directly or by post to:

The Clerk
Ga Presbytery
P. O. Box OS 568
Osu, Accra

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