CARE International in Ghana (CARE-Ghana) is an international NGO. Its mission is to serve individuals and families in the poorest communities in the world. As a civil society institution, we target poverty reduction among the deprived segments of society in collaboration with like-minded CSOs,
\nlocal and national institutions as well as individuals actively engaged in poverty reduction and social inclusion in Ghana. Our prime targets are women, children and youth. In Ghana, CARE seeks to facilitate the creation of a sustainable culture of responsive development, social equity and improved dignity and integrity in the society, through Food and Nutrition Security and Social and Economic Empowerment interventions.<\/p>\n
Job Description<\/strong><\/p>\n Job Title: Program Assistant<\/strong><\/p>\n CARE International in Ghana is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Program Assistant \u2013 Northern Ghana Governance Activity Project (NGGA). Job Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n The Program Assistant provides operational and administrative assistance to the Northern Ghana Governance team, performs a variety of administrative, Key Responsibilities<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Acts as the main contact person during the absence of team members, following-up on any emergencies with appropriate in-house staff, and sharing workload with program assistants from other teams; Qualification Required & Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 A minimum qualification of first degree in Administration, Management, Business, Social Sciences or equivalent experience OR combination of education and work experience. Skills and Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 At least 1-3 years progressively responsible experience in support services, Finance, logistics and\/or administrative work. How to Apply<\/strong><\/p>\n Interested candidates should submit their applications and detailed CVs to the HR Officer, CARE International in Ghana or electronically to: hr.ghana@care.org PLEASE INDICATE CLEARLY IN THE SUBJECT LINE THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.<\/p>\n Closing Date: 03 January, 2018 OUR DIVERSITY IS OUR STRENGTH; WE ENCOURAGE PEOPLE FROM ALL BACKGROUNDS AND EXPERIENCES, PARTICULARLY WOMEN, TO APPLY<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" CARE International in Ghana (CARE-Ghana) is an international NGO. Its mission is to serve individuals and families in the poorest communities in the world. As a civil society institution, we…..<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6721,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_is_tweetstorm":false,"jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","enabled":false}}},"categories":[11],"tags":[],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p2nO32-7ka","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/28158"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6721"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=28158"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/28158\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=28158"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=28158"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=28158"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\nThe NGGA initiative in Ghana is part of CARE Ghana program that seeks to promote and strengthen responsive governance for improved agricultural development in Ghana. CARE is the lead implementer in a consortium for the capacity building intervention located in 26 target MMDAs of the
\nNorthern, Upper East and Upper West Regions of Ghana.
\nThe NGGA consortium brings together first-hand knowledge and expertise in evidence-based, gender responsive development programming in Northern Ghana to empower poor women and smallholder farmers to promote more productive and equitable engagement in Agriculture through training, networking, advocacy and joint action. This Northern Ghana Governance Activity is being implemented with the generous support of the American People, through USAID.<\/p>\n
\ncoordination and logistic services in support of the program, and assists with managing the project\u2019s records. The Program Assistant is also provide assistance to the program leader and other team members in planning and coordinating team activities (meetings, workshops, travel budgets) to ensure adherence to deadlines.
\nIn addition, the Program Assistant will assist in managing the administration, financial, secretarial, and procurement matters in support to the NGGA project team.
\nThe position is based in Tamale and will report to the Chief of Party, Northern Ghana Governance Activity.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Acknowledges receipt of correspondence and documentation in the absence of Program Leader or Program staff, and coordinates the drafting of all correspondence to be signed by the Program Leader or relevant Program staff;
\n\u2022 Develops and maintains an efficient filing system for the team and contributes to electronic filing of team documents
\n\u2022 Maintains a tracking system of all project deadlines and schedules and alerts program staff to project deadlines and schedules
\n\u2022 Maintains and updates team\u2019s databases and mailing lists using the Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Exchange
\n\u2022 Ensure that PRs, Requests for Payments and other procurement related activities are well coordinated to meet set deadlines for completion and ensure transmission of documents to appropriate office in HQ including filing of such documents at the PCU.
\n\u2022 Ensure all supporting documents to cash disbursement, approvals and journal vouchers are complete, accurate, and relevant and comply with CARE International in Ghana finance policies and USAID donor requirements.
\n\u2022 Assist in the review of project finance documents and maintain finance records and filing system on monthly basis
\n\u2022 Coordinate all NGGA projects bills to ensure timely payment to vendors.
\n\u2022 Receive and ensure dispatching of payments issued by Finance Manager to service providers according to CARE Ghana\u2019s procedures and return the appropriate documentation back to Finance.
\n\u2022 Liaises with members of other host partners to coordinate logistical arrangements for workshops that take place in different regions;
\n\u2022 Coordinate travel, accommodation, and other logistics required for NGGA program staff
\n\u2022 Liaise with and assists project recipients and consultants as required to ensure smooth functioning of activities;
\n\u2022 Prepare information packages and sends material to participants in a timely manner; and
\n\u2022 Coordinate registration process and acts as contact person for the participants.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Familiarity with basic finance, procurement, accounting practices, Logistics and time management experience will be an added advantage<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Previous experience working with an INGO or Development Organization will be an added advantage. Familiarity with CARE procedures is desired..
\n\u2022 Excellent written and oral communication skills, Ability to multitask and work within deadlines
\n\u2022 Proficient in use of Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel, & Outlook (or similar software); Basic analytical and statistical skills;
\n\u2022 Previous experience in administration and procurement
\n\u2022 Fluent in written and spoken English
\n\u2022 Good working knowledge of Accounting software, Microsoft office suite including e-mail, internet and excel.
\n\u2022 At least 1 years working experience with similar USAID funded project
\n\u2022 Strong customer service focus and ability to work well with people from varied backgrounds and cultures at all levels in the organization.
\n\u2022 Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
\n\u2022 Strong problem solving abilities.
\n\u2022 Ability to maintain confidentiality.
\n\u2022 Excellent planning, organizational and time management skills.
\n\u2022 Ability to build and work in a team over extended periods and at short notice.
\n\u2022 Commitment to achieving results, deadline driven, proactive and self-motivated.
\nLocation: Tamale<\/p>\n