{"id":31574,"date":"2018-07-17T12:11:18","date_gmt":"2018-07-17T12:11:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/?p=31574"},"modified":"2018-07-17T12:11:18","modified_gmt":"2018-07-17T12:11:18","slug":"the-qed-group-llc-vacancies-2018","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/the-qed-group-llc-vacancies-2018.html","title":{"rendered":"The QED Group, LLC Vacancies 2018"},"content":{"rendered":"

The QED Group, LLC, is a full-service international consulting firm committed to solving complex global challenges through innovative solutions. We are determined to provide all our clients with best-value services so they increase their efficiency, learning capacity, and accountability to the public in an ever more complex and interconnected world. Through Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning and Knowledge Management practice areas, QED is working to maximize our clients\u2019 return on investment through accountability, continuous learning, and sound management.<\/p>\n

Job Description<\/strong><\/p>\n

Job Title:\u00a0Project Manager<\/strong><\/p>\n

Through the existing Cooperative Agreements, the project objectives are to: 1) provide project management, technical consultation and assistance to CDC-Ghana, GHSA implementing partners, in-country collaborators and non-governmental organizations in the implementation of the GHSA Roadmap\/National Health Security Plan activities; and 2) support detection and response to global infectious disease threats and related public health security challenges.<\/p>\n

Responsibilities<\/strong>
\nProgram Coordination<\/strong><\/p>\n

Provide program coordination, oversight, and technical assistance in monitoring GHSA program.
\nProvide project management and technical consultation and assistance to CDC-Ghana (via CoAg GH001761, GH001830, GH001993, GH000968, GH001894, GH001635, and follow-on co-ag awards) with GHSA implementing partners, host government ministry collaborators and non-governmental organizations in implementation of GHSA Roadmap\/National Health Security Plan activities.
\nEnsure initiative goals, objectives, targets and work plan aligns with overall GHSA Roadmap\/National Health Security strategy and other agency priorities.
\nProject Management<\/p>\n

Participate with GHSA USG Interagency team as well as external partners in planning for needs for the GHSA Ghana portfolio.
\nWork closely with the GHSA team and partners in developing strategies and methods for implementation. Responsible for task allocation and coordination, setting and meeting development timelines, identifies implementation and execution of strategies.
\nConduct routine site visits and work closely with designated program managers in each partner organization as well as agency technical leads in related program.
\nTravel to districts to provide technical assistance and monitoring of programmatic activities. During site visits, review progress and monitor the process (including resource allocation), outcome and impact of GHSA-related activities, identifies implementation achievements as well as challenges in performance, and initiates appropriate actions in consultation with the Ministry of Health\/Ghana Health Service, implementing partners and CDC.
\nExercise judgment in planning and carrying out tasks, in resolving problems and conflicts, and in taking steps necessary to meet deadlines. Facilitate appropriate information sharing for disseminating progress on tasks. Ensure all information sharing and communication is done accurately and timely both internally and externally.
\nMaterial and Communication Development<\/p>\n

Coordinate and develop materials aligned with GHSA project goals and objectives.
\nRoutinely provide briefings and recommendations to CDC on key stakeholder (cooperative agreement partners) issues as they occur.
\nAdministrative Duties<\/p>\n

Conduct regular meetings and ad hoc communications with global, country\/local agencies to effectively facilitate the completion of programmatic and reporting goals and objectives, to include telephone, email, face-to-face meetings, and trainings.
\nMake oral presentations as necessary.
\nMaintain files and records specific to project activities\/programs for which contractor is responsible. Program files include reports, meeting summaries and minutes, copies of all grants\/cooperative agreements\/contracts, as well as technical documentation (technical considerations, target files, etc.). Whenever possible these records will be filed electronically for recordkeeping purposes.
\nComplete and maintain up-to-date certification for all CDC and Center for Global Health-required trainings including Security Awareness Training.
\nDevelop semi-annual work plan for all tasks.
\nDevelop semi-annual Report for all tasks
\nAdditional services, applicable to this task order, may be required in the future. Additional services within 30% of those originally competed will not be re-competed for the duration of this task order. Services that go beyond the 30% limit will be competed under a new Request for Task Order Proposal (RFTOP).<\/p>\n

Qualifications<\/strong><\/p>\n

Master\u2019s Level Degree in Public Health
\nFour (4) years minimum experience in coordinating public health programs at regional, national, local levels, international experience in West African region
\nAbility to work independently and collaboratively, seeking advice and support when necessary.
\nExcellent communication and writing skills. Experience in development of strategic documents, briefing documents, and reports.
\nAbility to effectively communicate in English on a daily basis with various groups (speaking, reading and writing)<\/p>\n

How to Apply<\/strong><\/p>\n

To apply for this position please follow these steps:<\/p>\n

Complete the online application.
\nProvide a draft one-day workshop and two-day TOT\u2019s agenda with \u00a0a short description of sessions\u00a0 (not more than 3 pages Font Times New Roman size 12);
\nAttach your resume.
\nClick on the link\u00a0Biodata AID1420-17to complete the Biodata form and attach it\u00a0to your application.
\nSubmit your application, resume, motivation letter; list of references, draft program and Biodata (USAID 1420 form).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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