CARE works in 87 countries around the world to support over 900 poverty-fighting development and emergency projects.

Our Mission
To serve individuals and families in the poorest communities in the world

Our Vision
We seek a world of hope, tolerance and social justice, where poverty has been overcome and people live in dignity and security.

Job Summary:

•   The Zonal Project Officer will oversee the effective execution and coordination of all GSAM Zonal Activities.
•   Maintain effective working relationships with GSAM secretariat in Accra, especially on Collation of Data for Analysis and Reporting for the achievement of the overall goal of GSAM Project under the USAID Consortium.
•   The Zonal Project Officers will be based at CARE Zonal Office at Kumasi (Ashanti Region). They will refer to the Public Policy/Advocacy Specialist at (National Office in Accra)..
•   The Zonal Project Officer will undertake regular travel to project target districts/communities across the project districts within the Zone.

Key Responsibilities:

•   Be the lead person in the  effective execution and coordination of GSAM Zonal activities.
•   Provide support in the management and coordination of all GSAM advocacy related activities in the zone
•   Link up with partners and in particular CSOs working of social accountability within your zonal constituency and provide information and updates on the campaigns to members as and when required;
•   Work as a Zonal focal person to oversee the implementation of GSAM activities on the field;
•   Monitor and oversee the performance of CSOs in your respective zone;
•   Collaborate with the CSOs and facilitate the development of scorecards,
•   Carry out public dissemination of results and community mobilization intervention
•   Be responsible for the collation and entry of data into MIS system;
•   Assist in the preparation of periodic reports from the respective zone on the GSAM advocacy campaigns;
•   Work closely with M&E Zonal Officer and M&E Coordinator at GSAM National Office with information and other required support to plan and develop appropriate M&E tools, techniques, systems etc. and collection of data on the GSAM project
•   Work closely with the CARE  Finance and Grants Managers to oversee the work of sub-grants and institute a system to track and monitor the implementation, results, and close-out of the awards;
•   Carry out any other duties that might be assigned by the .
•   Produce monthly and quarterly briefs to the  GSAM Public Policy/Advocacy Specialist (PPAS)
•   Assist the Public Policy/Advocacy Specialist to produce credible and timely high quality reports;

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum qualification of undergraduate degree in Development Studies, Social Work, Project Management or other related fields from a recognized University.
•   Minimum of 5 years experience in local development issues and practices
•   Experience and knowledge of local governance, strengthening community organizations, social accountability tools/practices, and advocacy is an asset
•   Working knowledge of group facilitation, training/capacity building community mobilization, and conflict resolution
•   Proven ability to implement strategic and operational plans and related budgets; and to translate strategy into measurable, achievable tactics
•   Experience developing, and maintaining contacts, networking and relationship skills
•   Good communication skills – verbal and written, including public speaking, networking and presentation skills
•   Good computer skills
•   Demonstrated cross-cultural sensitivity and experience

Language: Excellent oral and written English is required. Fluency in some of the local language(s) in the communities of the Zone that the applicant is applying for would be an asset.

Location: Kumasi

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should submit their applications and detailed CVs to the HR Officer, CARE International in Ghana or electronically to:-

hr.ghana@co.care.org. PLEASE INDICATE CLEARLY IN THE SUBJECT LINE THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.  

Closing Date: 03 March, 2015

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

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