{"id":5388,"date":"2011-09-07T00:52:52","date_gmt":"2011-09-07T00:52:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/?p=5388"},"modified":"2013-12-26T08:17:11","modified_gmt":"2013-12-26T08:17:11","slug":"ministry-of-education-ghana-recruitment-2011","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/ministry-of-education-ghana-recruitment-2011.html","title":{"rendered":"Ministry of Education Ghana Recruitment 2011"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Government of the Republic of Ghana<\/strong> has received a grant support of USD13 Million from the Danish International Development Agency (DANIDA) under the Support to Private Sector Development Programme (2010-2014) and a World Bank Credit of US$70 million to finance activities over the next five years required under the Ghana Skills and Technology Development Project (GSTDP) and intends to apply part of the process of this grant\/credit to eligible payments under the contract for consultancy services for the recruitment for an individual consultant for the position of an SDF Advisor for the Skills Development Fund (SDF) which is implemented by the Council for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (COTVET) of the Ministry of Education (MoE).<\/p>\n

Job Title:\u00a0Skills Development Fund (SDF) Advisor<\/strong><\/p>\n

Objectives of the Consultancy:<\/strong>
\nThe main objectives of the Consultancy are to advise and recommend implementation activities for the Skills Development Fund; and to serve as principal adviser to the Executive Director, COTVET and the Skills Development Fund Manager. The Adviser will report directly to the Executive Director, COTVET. He\/she should also be able to offer advice to, and facilitate the coordination of work with sponsoring agencies. However, the daily functions of the position will require that the Advisor work primarily with the SDF unit. He\/she will ensure appropriate coordination of all resources, activities and functions of the SDF by guiding the SDF staff in coordination among all entities involved in the Project.<\/p>\n

The position requires a higher degree of technical knowledge, understanding as well as the ability to interact with partners, including senior level officials at the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Environment, Science and Technology, Ministry of Finance, DANIDA, other development partners and key stakeholders, including training providers and private sector representatives. In summary the Project Advisor’s primary role is to ensure that all aspects of the SDF are implemented successfully, and that is achieves its goals and objectives within the defined time frame and within the budget.<\/p>\n

Major Duties and Responsibilities:<\/strong>
\n Strategic Leadership:<\/strong><\/p>\n

In conjunction with the Project Coordinator and in collaboration with COTVET management and SDF unit, develop timeliness and implementation plans to ensure smooth execution and coordination of all SDF activities
\nEstablish a close working relationship with financial and procurement units within the PSU, COTVET and in the MoE in order to facilitate resolution of challenges to project implementation and other operational issues
\nAdvise on the implementation of the SDF component and provide periodic advice on the other project components to ensure the achievement of project goals and the sustainability of expected outcomes
\nAdvise and assist the SDF Manager to manage and supervise consultants, contractors and suppliers involved in planning and delivery of project activities to ensure all participants adhere to the highest quality standards and work towards meeting annual targets and outcomes
\nAdvise staff attached to the SDF Division, and coordinate with the relevant ministries and agencies, the implementation of technical and financial and administrative aspects of the SDF respectively
\nProvide professional training (on-the-job) and staff development for the SDF staff about project planning, design, and management skills<\/p>\n

Project Implementation:<\/strong>
\nIn collaboration with the SDF Manager, support the development of annual work and budget plans, conduct regular reviews, and provide updates to annual work plans for the SDF component
\nReview procedures and tasks and make recommendations to Management to ensure compliance with guidelines established in the SDF Manual as embedden in the Project Implementation Manual
\nSupport the outreach and communications work and processing of SDF applications, advising the project implementation team on ways to ensure international best practice for selection of SDF proposals, smooth release of SDF grants, satisfactory reporting on grant activities, and monitoring and evaluation of SDF
\nAssist the SDF unit in identifying eligible goods, works or services to be procured
\nAdvise Management on issues relating to technical interventions with experts to ensure compliance with the Environmental and Social Management Framework of the SDF manual
\nProject Supervision:
\nSupport the SDF Manager to prepare for implementation support and supervisory missions, coordinate the mission schedule and help make the required appointments and other arrangements
\nAdvise the SDF Manager on how to improve implementation, effectiveness and efficiency;
\nConduct site visits in partnership with the Executive Director and SDF Manager to monitor the implementation of the project
\nProject Results:
\nPrepare and submit a bi-annual report to COTVET Management on all key project performance indicators as specified in the Financial Agreement
\nAssist the SDF Manager on collation and submission of project status reports to COTVET Management and other key partners
\nPrepare an end-of-assignment report upon completion documenting activities, output and outcomes, best practices and lessons learned
\nOther duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by Management
\nFacilitate the preparation of annual reports and audited accounts in accordance agreed programme documents and public financial management procedures
\nReporting: The Advisor will report directly to the Executive Director of COTVET<\/p>\n

Required Skills or Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n

A minimum of MBA\/MA in Social Sciences, Public Administration, Economics or other relevant area of specialization
\nA minimum of seven (7) years project management experience of which 4 years should be at a senior management level in a comparable organization
\nProven managerial ability, leadership and strategic expertise. Ability to manage projects effectively and consistently ensuring timeliness and quality of project work
\nExperience working with both the public and private sector, particularly with other Fund type instruments
\nStaff supervisory experience and demonstrated organizational skills
\nAttention to detail and ability to take initiative
\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills
\nProven track record in working effectively within multidisciplinary teams
\nProficient in MS Office including Excel
\nProven track record as a hand-on person with successful implemented a challenge fund preferably in developing country would an advantage
\nExperience working with development partners is essential<\/p>\n

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

Interested Applicants should submit their Application Letters and Curriculum Vitae (CVs) detailing their academic qualifications and professional experience in the above mentioned areas to:<\/p>\n

The Executive Director
\nCouncil for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (COTVET)
\nP. O. Box M651
\nAccra<\/p>\n

Tel: 0302 682950
\nEmail: procurement@cotvet.org<\/strong>
\nLocation: Adjacent Ghana News Agency Ministries, Accra<\/p>\n

Interested individuals may obtain further information on the following website: www.cotvet.org<\/a> or call on Tel: +233-302682950 from 08:00 am to 4:00 pm from Monday to Friday, or send an e-mail to: procurement@cotvet.org<\/strong><\/p>\n

Offer valid till:\u00a014 Sep, 2011<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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