GII is implementing a new project called the reducing emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD+) Governance and Finance Integrity for Africa project, for which it is looking for two suitably qualified personf to fill the positions of a Programmes Officer

GII is the local Chapter is Transparency Interntional (IT), the global civil society organisation leading the fight against corruption.

The "REDD+ Governance and Finance Integrity for Africa project aims to improve anti-corruption policy and practice in REDD+ finance and governance through the development of effective strategies and policies which contribute to prevent corruption in REDD+ in Africa.

Job Summary

The Programmes Officer will be responsible to the Programmes Manager and the National Coordinator and will assist them in the implementation of the REDD+ project. Specifically, his/her responsibilities will include the following:

Assist in the implementation of the REDD+ project, including preparation
and delivery of presentations at Gil workshops;

•   Assist the National Coordinator in proposal development, research methodology, data management and analysis, report writing etc. in connection with the REDD+ project;
•   Assist in the development, facilitation and management of the REDD+ project advocacy strategy;
•   Advocate on behalf of Gil for ratification and implementation of anti-corruption protocols, laws, etc., particularly in relation REDD+ issues;
•   Any other tasks assigned by the Management of GII, including the RTDD+ National Coordinator,

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum of a good first degree in the Social Sciences, Development
•   Studies or an equivalent qualification
•   At least 3 years post qualification experience in Research, Programme management and advocacy on governance and democratic development in an NGO setting
•   Excellent communication and technical writing skills in English
•   Knowledge of corruption and governance issues
•   Computer proficiency in word, power point, excel, access
•   Proficiency in the use of the Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS), or other data entry and analysis software
•   Team worker and ability to work with minimum supervision
•   Remuneration for positions: Competitive, performance-related and attractive

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should send a synopsis and why they qualify for the position they are applying for, a Current CV of not more than three pages and the names and contact details of two referees not later than 2 weeks from the date of publication of this advertisement to any of the following addresses:

Postal Address:

The Executive Director
Ghana Integrity Initiative
P.M.B, CT 317, Cantonments, Accra

Email Address: vaazeem@tighana.org

Personal Delivery:

House No. 21 Abelenkpe Road,
Abelenkpe, Accra

Closing Date: 02 April, 2014

•   No telephone calls will be entertained and applicants are advised not to send more than one application.
•   Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted for an interview