Catholic Relief Services began working in Ghana in 1958. Over the years, CRS has worked to implement programs on agriculture; health; HIV; microfinance; school feeding; water, sanitation and hygiene; emergency relief and peace building. CRS implements programs through partnerships with a variety of stakeholders, including the government of Ghana, local NGOs, international NGOs, Church, and public and private sector partners. CRS Ghana currently employs 56 national staff and 3 international staff. The country program\u2019s head office is in Accra, with a sub office in Tamale.<\/p>\n
Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.<\/p>\n
Mission Statement<\/strong><\/p>\n Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We are motivated by the Gospel of Jesus Christ to cherish, preserve and uphold the sacredness and dignity of all human life, foster charity and justice, and embody Catholic social and moral teaching as we act to:<\/p>\n Promote human development by responding to major emergencies, fighting disease and poverty, and nurturing peaceful and just societies; and, Job Description<\/strong><\/p>\n Job Title:\u00a0CRS-ATT Project Coordinator<\/strong><\/p>\n Location:<\/strong> CRS Tamale Office with travel as required Background<\/strong><\/p>\n Since 2013, the Agriculture Technology Transfer (ATT) project has succeeded in reaching over 109,000 farmers with its agriculture technology messages.\u00a0 But, the project will have to reach many more farmers in order to meet its objective of 40% of all soybean, maize, and rice fields in northern Ghana planted using certified seed. ATT seeks to aggressively scale up the dissemination of productivity-enhancing, labor-saving technologies in the production of soy, maize and rice.<\/p>\n Catholic Relief Services Ghana Program (CRS) has also been promoting increased cultivation of soybeans (rotated with maize) in northern Ghana.\u00a0 This outreach has been in collaboration with USAID\u2019s Feed the Future-funded Soybean Innovation Lab (SIL). With SIL providing technical guidance, CRS has for the last three years worked with a network of over 2,400 women and men farmers, reaching them with technology messages and \u2018Soybean Success Kits (SSK)\u2019\u00a0 to increase their productivity.<\/p>\n ATT has over the last four years worked with 21 local and community-based organizations, but recognizes that the value addition of CRS\u2019 network of farmers, close connection with the district agriculture offices and the experience gained from the collaboration with the Soy Innovation Lab will go a long way in ensuring availability and use of agricultural technologies to maximize and sustain productivity in Northern Ghana (ATT\u2019s Goal), while touch the lives of u to 15,000 farmers.<\/p>\n CRS seeks a Project Coordinator to work closely with the Agriculture Program Manager (APM), to lead a team in the management and implementation of the ATT Project activities in Northern, Upper West and Upper East Regions.\u00a0 The project aims to increase the availability and use of agricultural technologies to maximize and sustain productivity of maize, soybean and rice in Northern Ghana. The ATT-PC will supervise three (3) Zonal Mobilization Specialists (ZMS).<\/p>\n Key Working Relationships<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Internal:<\/strong> Country Representative, Head of Programs, Agric. Program Manager, Senior Agric. Program Officer, International Fellow and Finance Manager, Senior\/Regional Technical Advisor for Agriculture and Livelihoods\/Nutrition Key Responsibilities<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Provide dynamic leadership, technical support and team coordination to the project team and implementing partners of the beneficiary districts Identify and establish agreements with lead agro-input companies to commercialize project identified technologies including success kits Management and Administration:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Manage project budgets, including tracking of financial and material resources. Representation and Advocacy:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Provide overall leadership and oversight to the implementation, ensuring that partners and field staff adhere to their assigned scopes of work and memorandum of understanding\/agreements, and ensuring all members of the implementation team work cooperatively and productively to achieve project objectives. Human Resource Management:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Lead, manage and supervise a team of CRS and partner staff to meet project objectives. Monitoring, Evaluation and Accountability:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Work with MEAL teams to ensure MEAL systems comply with agency standards and donor specifications. Growth Opportunities:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Support the Agriculture Program Manager and the programming department to gather intelligence on the next level of funding opportunities and coordinate reviews of key funding calls to determine go\/no go decisions. Other Duties\/Assignments:<\/strong><\/p>\n Carry out any other duties\/assignments as shall from time to time be directed by the Agric. Program Manager, the Head of Programs or Country Representative.<\/p>\n Qualification Required & Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Master\u2019s Degree or equivalent in agriculture, agronomy, or other related field. Desired Competencies<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Proven analytical skills, demonstrated creativity in analysis of situations and data PERSONAL SKILLS<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Experience in training and providing technical support to partners\/community-based agents Competencies<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Set clear goals and\u00a0 work\u00a0 towards achieving them Agency-Wide Competencies<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Upholds a Spirit of Service and Integrity Note:<\/strong> List of responsibilities, professional and personal skills are considered indicative and not exhaustive; actual duties may differ or change depending on office and agency priorities at the time.<\/p>\n Location:<\/strong> Tamale<\/p>\n How to Apply For the Job<\/strong><\/p>\n To apply for this position, please submit your CV and letter of interest to:<\/p>\n gh_jobsapplic@crs.org<\/strong><\/p>\n Closing Date:<\/strong> 10 February, 2017<\/p>\n The e-mail subject line for this application and CV should be ATT Project Coordinator.<\/p>\n CRS is an equal opportunity employer.\u00a0 Female candidates meeting position requirements are strongly encouraged to apply.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Catholic Relief Services began working in Ghana in 1958. 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\nBand\/Grade:<\/strong> D Low
\nReports to:<\/strong> CRS Program Manager \u2013Agriculture<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 External:<\/strong>\u00a0 IFDC\/ATT Project, Departments of Agriculture and other partners<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Manage and ensure effectiveness of project implementation partners, agro-dealers and other service providers
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Ensure the effective technical input from, and collaboration with IFDC\/ATT personnel and management as well as other research partners as specified in project design
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Ensure optimal project quality and efficient delivery of project activities
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Ensure that all implementing partners pursue a project of continual learning, documenting and capitalizing on experiences.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Represent the program to Government, decentralized authorities, NGOs, private sector, etc, and to existing and potential donors as appropriate and other representation as may be required from the APM and management.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Ensure the security and efficient management of all resources, equipment and documentation linked to the project.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Ensure the efficient use of the human and financial resources available to deliver on the project targets.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Provide an effective reporting interface with implementing partners at the Regional and District levels.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Develop and lead the successful networking of actors engaged in the sector.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Participate in the recruitment and evaluation of consultants for the Project within the framework of CRS policies and regulations.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Facilitate and oversee the dissemination of best practices and lessons learned from project sites locally and nationally as a way of facilitating the visibility of the project model<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Ensure accurate and timely reporting of project finances and progress status, review actual financial performance against the budget, and explain variances on a regular basis.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Ensure staff compliance with all CRS administrative and operational procedures and policies, as well as applicable donor regulations.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Approve project expenditures, budget adjustments, and cost modification requests to donors.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Act as primary project contact and representative, taking responsibility for addressing all project matters, collaborating with the CRS Country Representative, Head of Programs and the Agric. Program Manager and the Senior Agric. Program Officer on overall partner and donor relationships.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Strengthen linkages with existing and potential partner agencies, in collaboration with CRS Country Representative, Head of Programming and the Agric. Program Manager and the Senior Agric. Program Officer.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Oversee project communication strategies, in collaboration with Agric. Program Manager and the Senior Agric. Program Officer, including compliance with donor’s branding and marketing requirements as well as CRS marketing and communication procedures.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Conduct periodic reviews of staff performance in keeping with CRS’ performance management system and mentor staff to ensure high levels of motivation, commitment, capacity, and teamwork.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress in project implementation, check on quality assurance and address emerging technical operational\/management issues.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Ensure ICT4D technologies are used appropriately in the project MEAL system.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Participate in meetings relating to growth opportunities and document proceedings, follow-up action points\/recommendations and ensure executions on timely basis.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Support program managers to develop Project Idea Notes, draft concept papers, production plans, budget and budget narrations in response to growth opportunities.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Minimum five years\u2019 experience in agricultural or community development work at the field level.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Knowledge of Ghanaian agricultural landscape and key actors.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Previous experience managing an NGO agriculture project at the district level.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Demonstrated capacity and experience with stakeholder management.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Experience working with smallholder farmers and farmer-based organizations (FBOs).
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Demonstrated personal accountability, integrity and drive to serve others.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Demonstrated commitment to improving gender equality and gender responsiveness in programming.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Proven experience in building and maintaining strong linkages between partner agencies, including government and research institutions.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Demonstrated strong writing ability.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Excellent English language communications skills required \u2013 both oral and written.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Proficiency in local languages of target districts in the three northern regions of Ghana.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well as part of a team.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Proven experience in managing partnership relationships in a participatory manner, managing teams and project implementation plans
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Experience in budgeting and budget management.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Excellent oral and written communication skills, cultural sensitivity, ability to work with people, good judgment and commitment to the Agency’s mission
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Internet, etc.).
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Willingness to travel in-country and internationally as required by the Agency.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Strong work ethics and team building skills
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Excellent human relations and enthusiasm for new challenges
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Good networking skills and professionalism<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Collaborates effectively with staff and stakeholders
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Manages financial resources with integrity
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Applies program quality standards to project design and organizational learning<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Cultivates Constructive and Collegial Relationships
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Models Principled Stewardship
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Promotes continuous learning and innovation<\/p>\n