The National Association of Local Authorities of Ghana (NALAG) requires the services of an astute, experienced, innovative and outspoken person to fill the position of General Secretary (Chief Executive Officer) of the Association.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

•   Be the head of the National Secretariat and ensure the implementation of its programmes and activities under the guidance of the President of the Association.
•   Be responsible for the management and day-to-day administration of the Association.
•   Implement the resolutions and decisions of the National Delegates Conference (the highest decision making body) and the National Executive Council (the policy-formulating body)
•   Develop and strengthen linkages and strategic alliance with key partners.
•   Coordinate the effective management and efficient use of the resources of the Association
•   Ensure proper financial management of the Association.
•   Any other duties assigned to him by the National Executive Council

CONDITIONS AND TERMS OF SERVICE
The salary is negotiable and other fringe benefits attached

Qualification Required & Experience

•   At least a first degree
•   A post-graduate degree or diploma in Public Administration Management/Social Science will be an advantage
•   Minimum of 10 years post qualification experience in a managerial position
•   Must demonstrate ability to apply conceptual and human relations skills
•   Must have the ability to administer control and direct the secretariat with confidence and prudence
•   Be conversant and have experience in decentralization and local government issues in Ghana
•   Must have excellent communication skills
•   Must have experience with donor agencies and NGO’s
•   Must be computer literate with proficiency in use of internet

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified candidates should send;

•   Typewritten application, a CV and contact phone numbers.
•   His/her vision and strategies (in 200-250 words) to move NALAG forward.

To:

The President
NALAG
P.O. Box 1953
Accra

Tel.: 0302-660772 or 0302-660774

Fax: 0302-668104
Email: info@nalag-ghana.org

Attention: The Administrative Officer

Closing Date: 16 May, 2014