To provide technical and operational support for the implementation of programmes and projects of the Council.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•   Oversees the conduct of research on programmes and activities of the Council.
•   Coordinates the identification of possible relevant areas for research.
•   Provides training and capacity building in research for staff of the Council and other stakeholders.
•   Oversees the production of quality research reports and publications,
•   Coordinates peer review activities relating to research.
•   Liaises with Regional Programme Units of the Council to ensure efficient and effective implementation of programmes and activities of the Council.
•   Supervises the collation of data for the preparation of the annual work plan and the budget of the Department.
•   Liaises with strategic partners and provides inputs for resource mobilisation in collaboration with other programme management support units in the area of research.
•   Supervises the preparation of annual and other periodic reports of the Department.
•   Liaises with development partners, MMDAs and other relevant key stakeholders to ensure effective networking in support of research activities of the Council.
•   Supervises the preparation of performance indicators for research.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum of a master's degree in Social or Natural Sciences, or Peace and Conflict Studies or related programme from an accredited tertiary institution.
•   A minimum of four (4) years post-bachelor's degree relevant
•   work experience in a reputable institution

COMPETENCIES

•   Knowledge in peace building, governance, gender and conflict resolution
•   Leadership, networking, monitoring and management skills
•   Good communication, interpersonal and presentation skills,
•   Good negotiation, arbitration and diplomatic skills.
•   Knowledge in financial management regulations.
•   Knowledge of conflict situation in Ghana.
•   Good report writing skills.
•   Proficiency in relevant computer application.
•   Knowledge of programmes management
•   Extensive qualitative and quantitative analytical skills.
•   High integrity and ethics

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications (in sealed envelopes marked, in the top left corner with the corresponding number of the position being applied for) with a Curriculum Vitae including names and addresses of three (3) referees, should reach the address below:

THE SECRETARY
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMISSION
P. O. BOX GP 1618
ACCRA

Closing Date: 19 November, 2014