Posted on :
22 Aug, 2016
22 Aug, 2016
The Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB) is the national metrology institute of the Federal Republic of Germany, with scientific and technical service tasks. It is a higher federal authority and a public-law institution directly under federal government control, without legal capacity, under the auspices of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy.
Job Description
Job Title: Local Coordinator For PTB Projects in Ghana
Responsibilities and tasks:
• Support project implementation in close cooperation with the project coordinators in PTB’s Head Office in Braunschweig/Germany and the main project partners in Ghana (e.g GSA, MOFA, GGC)
• Coordinate activities and communication with German Development organisations, especially GIZ MOAP and GIZ Green Innovation Centre project and liaise for organising logistics and administration of activities
• Liaise with other donors/executing agencies in Ghana and alignment of the PTB project to their activities (e.g European Commission, UNIDO)
• Liaise and coordinate activities with project stakeholders like Ghana standards authority, ministry of food and agriculture, ministry of trade and industry, Ghana Grains Council etc
• Support the organisation of workshops,conferences and seminars
• Represent the PTB projects in meetings and events (e.g national coordination meetings)
• Regular updates to the project coordinators and partners on ongoing activities in Ghana in the context of the two projects
Qualification Required & Experience
• Master’s degree in the fields of Engineering, Physical Science or Agriculture
• Working experience preferably in the field of standardization, metrology, testing, certification or inspection
• Good knowledge of quality infrastructure issues
• Experience with international development cooperation
• Working experience in project management and project administration is mandatory, experience in projects related to quality infrastructure or agriculture is an asset
• Familiarity with Ghana’s governmental structures, quality infrastructure and agriculture
• Enthusiasm for quality
Competencies
• Proven ability to work with diverse project stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, excellent ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Ability to work independently with excellent organizational, analytical and assessment skills
• Fluent written and spoken English is a must
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office, Internet)
• A proactive attitude, flexibility and willingness to learn
• Passionate team worker in an international environment
Location: Accra
How To Apply For The Job
We are looking forward to receiving your application by email comprising your English language CV with a letter of motivation, contacts to minimum two professional persons for reference and a one page list of relevant work experience to the following address:
Closing Date: 30 August, 2016