A farmer-based organization which works at improving the social, economic and political well being of its members and has its head office in Kumasi requires the services of energetic, dynamic and results-oriented:

Title: Executive Secretary

Reporting to: National Executive Council (NEC)

Duties and Responsibilities

Executive Support to NEC

•   Support the NEC to execute their full duties, by ensuring training and orientation of leaders and staff in response to any identified capacity needs.

Strategic Leadership

•   Support the NEC in developing and monitoring the implementation of a strategic plan
•   In consultation with all units, prepare annual work plans and budgets and reporting to the NEC on all aspects of the work plan on a quarterly basis
•   Prepare annual operational and financial reports for Annual Delegates Conference

Internal control

•    Manage the internal control system and programmes

Information and Communication

•   Develop and oversee internal communication strategy for all members of the group, to ensure the efficient flow of information between all the units, including staff and elected farmer leaders
•   Maintain good relationships with external stakeholders
•   Oversee implementation of effective information management systems, including the membership and operations database

Resource mobilization and management

•   Coordinating all fundraising activities
•   Oversee and negotiate all contracts for grants, procurement of services and goods to the group in accordance with contract requirements
•   Act as a representative of the group at all times
•   Any other task that may be assigned by the NEC

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Minimum of first degree
•   Five(5) experience in managerial position
•   Experience in working with farmers and certification bodies
•   Must be computer literate

Desirable Attributes

•   Must be a visionary and innovative
•   Must have excellent written and oral comunication skills
•   Must have a drive, energy, enthusiasm
•   Must have excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
•   Must be able work under extreme pressure
•   Effective team builder, coordinator and motivator
•   Strong financial skills

Location: Kumasi

How To Apply For The Job

To apply, please send a cover letter, a detailed CV and the contact details for two references to:-

samapent@yahoo.com with the subject heading "Candidate - Executive Secretary"

Closing Date: 31 December, 2013