USAID/Ghana is looking for a highly motivated and qualified individual to join the Tamale Field Office (TFO) as Project Management Specialist - Satellite Office Coordinator.

The incumbent is responsible for overseeing all USAID funded activities in the northern region of Ghana.

•  He/she plays a decisive role in the successful implementation and oversight of the Ghana Field Office program by managing the overall operations of the TFO and through providing guidance, advice, design and support with respect to program implementation.
•  The incumbent is permanently stationed in Tamale, with regular travel throughout the Northern Region and to Accra

Salary Range: GH¢32,928 - GH¢49,388 per annum (depending on qualification and experience)

Qualification Required & Experience

Education & Prior Work Experience:

•  The position requires a Master's degree in Social Sciences or Literature.
•  Requires a minimum of Seven years of progressively responsible professional-level experience including six (6) years in development assistance.
•  At least three years should be in the agriculture, health or education sectors.
•  Prior experience in project design, implementation, and usage of complex IT systems for monitoring and evaluation of projects and results/budget tracking and documentation is desired

How To Apply For The Job

For the full requirements (including citizenship, Security and Medical Clearances) for the position and job description please contact: acpersonnel@usaid.gov or http://transition.usaid.gov/westafrica/employment/index.htm

Interested individuals should submit:

•  Cover letter
•  Curriculum Vitae (not more than 3 pages in duration) and
•  Completed self-assessment form (available at the above website/email address) with details relating to three references to:

Program Management Specialist - Satellite Office Coordinator
USAID/Ghana
P. O. Box 1630
Accra

No. 24 Fourth Circular Rd., Accra

Or by Email: acpersonnel@usaid.gov

Closing Date: 26th September, 2012

Applications lacking any of the above three documents will not be considered. Applicants must address each selection criterion detailed in this announcement and the position description with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item. When submitting your application via email, please start the subject line with the position title.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews

USAID/West Africa anticipates awarding one (1) Personal Service Contract (PSC) regarding this announcement. Please note that this does not constitute any guarantee that a PSC will be awarded as result of this announcement