{"id":11454,"date":"2013-10-03T12:43:21","date_gmt":"2013-10-03T12:43:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/?p=11454"},"modified":"2016-11-14T10:02:27","modified_gmt":"2016-11-14T10:02:27","slug":"actionaid-ghana-recruiting-in-october-2013","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/actionaid-ghana-recruiting-in-october-2013.html","title":{"rendered":"ActionAid Ghana Recruiting in October 2013"},"content":{"rendered":"

ActionAid (AA)<\/strong> is a global movement of people working together to further human rights for all and end poverty.\u00a0ActionAid Ghana (AAG), an Affiliate of ActionAid is looking to employ an experienced and self- motivated individual to fill the position of a Country Director.<\/p>\n

Role Overview:<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Country Director (CD) provides vision, leadership, motivation, and drive in management and effective high-level national representation for ActionAid Ghana in line with established policies, principles and operating practices of ActionAid International, good management practice and the political, social, cultural and economic environment of the country.<\/p>\n

The CD role requires broad organizational experience, thus enabling the post-holder to manage large teams, as well as deep knowledge across a professional discipline in development that enables the post-holder to make significant contribution to\u00a0\u00a0 processes that lead to long-term success of ActionAid Ghana.<\/p>\n

Key Responsibilities:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Work with the National Board and General Assembly in ensuring the organization is operating within AAG policies which are aligned with good practices of governance, AAI governance policies and the Ghanaian legal context.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Development and implementation of Country Strategic Papers.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Influence decisions of stakeholders that are outside her\/his direct sphere of authority to promote AAG programmes.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Represent ActionAid Ghana and ActionAid International in a variety of fora and maintain external relationships within a diverse range of stakeholders.
\nDeepen AAG\u2019s vision, mission, philosophy and principles in implementing AAG programmes in line with agreed corporate strategies and organizational priorities.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Lead and direct the work of AAG in accordance with sound management practices and ActionAid\u2019s development policies and accountability systems
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Create a dynamic atmosphere to retain and build loyal team of workers.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Develop and maintain appropriate contingency plans for all kinds of emergencies.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Establish and develop working relationships with key donors and actively develop local funding sources appropriate to AAG\u2019s resource needs.<\/p>\n

Qualification Required & Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n

The candidate must hold a post graduate degree in social sciences, development studies or a development related field and at least 10 years proven track record with a minimum of 5 years in a top management position in development work or poverty alleviation programmes with proven initiative, flexibility and enthusiasm in managing complex activities in a changing environment.<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Demonstrated top management expertise, including proven ability to develop the capacities of multi-disciplinary professional teams undertaking comprehensive poverty alleviation strategies.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Proven experience in managing complex financial control and management systems.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Demonstrated expertise in strategic and long term planning and implementation with the ability to ensure that operational plans and activities meet targets and appropriately reflect longer term perspectives. .
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Proven experience of working and negotiating with Government officials and\/or donors at all levels.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Sound and up to date knowledge of development concepts, methodologies and techniques including demonstrated expertise in at least one specialist development field.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Proficiency in English and fluency of local language is an advantage to the role.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Strong leadership and management skills.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Strong analytical\/problem solving, and crisis, conflict and risk management skills.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Excellent fundraising skills
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Proven track record in contract management from bilateral and multilateral donors.<\/p>\n

Job Circumstances:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 This is a five (5) year employment contract, renewable for a further three (3) years.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 It is governed by AAG\u2019s\u00a0 terms and conditions of employment.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 The role involves frequent travel within and outside Ghana.<\/p>\n

Salary:<\/strong>\u00a0Annual Base Salary Range –\u00a0GHS 156,000 \u2013 187,560<\/strong><\/p>\n

Location:<\/strong>\u00a0Accra<\/p>\n

How To Apply For The Job<\/strong><\/p>\n

Application Forms MUST be downloaded and submitted as below.<\/p>\n

Click Here For Application Form<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Curriculum Vitae (CVs) are NOT acceptable.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Completed Application Forms should be emailed to:-<\/p>\n

CountryDirector.Ghana@actionaid.org<\/strong><\/p>\n

or forwarded to:<\/p>\n

The Human Resource Manager<\/strong>
\nP. O. Box AN 19083,<\/strong>
\nAccra-North.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tel:\u00a0+ 233 244 316 392 \/ +233 28 910 9560<\/strong><\/p>\n

Closing Date:<\/strong>\u00a018 October, 2013<\/p>\n

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted and invited for assessment by Tuesday, 19th November, 2013.<\/p>\n

\u201cActionAid Ghana is an equal opportunities employer.\u00a0 Whilst all applicants will be assessed strictly on their individual merits, female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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