Our client is an independent non-governmental institution which is widely-recognized for its dedication to the establishment and strengthening of a democratic, free and open society. In carrying out its work, it frequently engages high-level officials, key organs of state, political parties and civil society organisations. It now seeks two qualified, experienced and dynamic professionals to play the exciting top career roles of: Director of Programmes

Main Job Responsibilities

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Programmes will:

•    Develop Activity Plans & Annual Programme Schedules
•    Consider, develop and organize multi-themed policy dialogue and engagements and engage with diverse stakeholders in facilitating policy reform activities
•    Plan, organize, manage and support policy research and implementation initiatives
•    Identify programme training needs and conduct staff training
•    Develop comprehensive reports following each activity and submit monthly reports to Executive Director.
•    Collaborate and engage with media houses
•    Generally assist in promoting the Vision, Mission, Core Values and strategic agenda of the Institute, etc.

Qualification Required & Experience

•    Masters degree or PhD in Political Science, Political Economy, Economics and Law or other relevant fields
•    Minimum of eight years (8) work experience at a senior level position
•    Deep familiarity & interest in socio-economic policy issues
•    Experience in engaging key stakeholders in the policy making cycle and networking with policy-makers
•    Ability to analyze information and develop meaningful reports, proposals and budgets
•    Strong leadership, speaking and presentation ability
•    Ability to work for long hours as well as to travel
•    Training needs assessment and training
•    Other skills and abilities

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

If you qualify for any of the roles above, please apply with your CV & cover letter with contact details to: Search Consultant, Tracie Annan.

By email: search@shawbellghana.com

Or by post to:-

ShawbellConsulting Limited,
P.O.Box KIA 9022
Airport - Accra

Closing Date: 17 October, 2013

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