The U.S. Mission in Accra. Ghana is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Ghanaian for the position of DEVELOPMENT OUTREACH AND COMMUNICATION (DOC) SPECIALIST in the Program and Project Development Office of USAID/Ghana.

The DOC Specialist reports directly to the Senior Development Outreach and Communications Officer, and collaborates closely with the Supervisory Program Officer, Mission Director, Deputy Mission Director, Office Chiefs and implementing partners to develop and implement USAID/Ghana’s communication strategy.

Qualification Required and Experience

Education & Prior Work Experience:

•   A Bachelor’s degree in information management, journalism or related fields is required.
•   In addition, six to eight years of progressively responsible experience in research, documentation or outreach work, two years of which must be with a development or research or library organization
•   Must have some experience in web design.

Salary Range: GHc 34,074.00 - GHc 51,113.00 p.a. (depending on qualification and experience)

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested individuals should submit cover letter and curriculum vitae with references to:

Human Resources Office
American Embassy, Accra
P.O. Box GP194, Accra

by Email to:-

AccraHRO@state.gov

Closing Date: 01 February, 2014

Please note the following:

•   Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

USAlD/Ghana anticipates awarding one Personal Services Contract IPSC) regarding this announcement. Please note that this does not constitute any guarantee that a PSC will be awarded as result of this announcement.