The Ghana Red Cross Society (GRCS) is inviting applications from suitably qualified Ghanaians for the position.
1. Secretary-General:
Responsibilities for Secretary-General:
As Chief Executive of the National Society, he/she will be responsible for the:
- Day-to-day functioning of the organisation and report to the President and Board
- Strengthen links with Government and local/international Partners
- Resource mobilization for execution of programmes
- Co-ordination of integrated health, disaster and organizational development programmes
- Regular monitoring and evaluation of projects to ensure sustainability
- Ensuring execution of Operational plans
- To advocate and promote the Red Cross fundamental principles; Humanity, Independence, Neutrality, Impartiality, Voluntary service, Unity and Universality
- Should be ready to work at odd hours and travel extensively in and outside the country
Salary: Commensurate with qualification and experience
Required Skills or Experience
- A minimum of Master’s degree from a competent administrator with social sciences background and at least 5 years post qualification experience or first degree with at least 15 years post qualification experience
- At least five years experience in Humanitarian work at Senior management level\\
- Good at Report writing, communication skills and ability to meet strict deadlines
- Team player with ability to work independently
- Computer literate
2. Regional Manager
Responsibilities for Regional Manager:
- Day-to-day functioning of the organisation at the Regional and report to the Secretary General
- Strengthen links with Government and Partners
- Resource mobilisation for execution of Operational plans and monitoring of projects
- Should be ready to work at odd hours
- To advocate and promote the Red Cross fundamental principles; Humanity, Independence, Neutrality, Impartiality, Voluntary service, Unity and Universality
Salary: Commensurate with qualification and experience
Required Skills or Experience
- Master’s degree from a competent administrator with social sciences background and at least 3 years post qualification experience or first degree with at least 7 years post qualification experience
- At least five years experience in Humanitarian work at Senior management level
- Conversant with First Aid and knowledgeable in Humanitarian work
- Good report writing, communication skills and ability to meet strict deadlines
- Team player and ability to co-ordinate projects
- Computer literate
3. Health Co-ordinator
Responsibilities for Health Co-ordinator:
- Management and coordination of health programmes in the National Society and report of the Secretary General
- Strengthen links with Government and Partners
- Support disaster management
- Resource mobilisation for health programmes, execution of Operational plans and monitoring of projects
- Should be ready to work at odd hours
- To advocate and promote the Red Cross fundamental principles; Humanity, Independence, Neutrality, Impartiality, Voluntary service, Unity and Universality
Salary: Commensurate with qualification and experience
Required Skills or Experience
- Master’s degree in public health or relevant field with at least 3 years post qualification experience or first degree with at least 10 years post qualification experience
- At least five years experience in Humanitarian work at Senior management level
- Good at Report writing and Communication skills
- Team player and ability to co-ordinate projects
- Computer literate
How To Apply
Applicants must submit their detailed CV together with a vision for the position applied and a plan of action for the first two years to:
OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
GHANA RED CROSS SOCIETY
P. O. BOX GP 835
ACCRA
E-mail:
[email protected]
The completed application, together with CV should reach the above address. Receipt of all applications will be acknowledged.
Closing 30th November, 2011