Sightsavers' vision is of a world where no one is blind from avoidable causes and where visually impaired people participate equally in society. We are an international organisation working with partners in 34 countries across Africa and Asia to eliminate avoidable blindness and promote equality of opportunity for persons with disabilities.

Job purpose:

The purpose of this role is to support the Global Advocacy Advisor (GAA) in charge of International Initiatives and to establish and maintain systems to ensure effective functioning of the officer.

Principal accountabilities:

Offer Programme related assistance:

•   Undertake Internet and other research assignments and organise information for presentations. advocacy initiatives, reports, publications, research outcomes etc. Conduct basic analysis of working documents to facilitate review work by GAA.
•   Review large reports and provides highlight and or summary.
•   Support work with identified partners and agencies to ensure effective implementation of initiatives.
•   Undertake delegated functions from GAA.

Provide support services for the visually Impaired, Including:

•   ensuring documents are in accessible format for use by the Global Advocacy Advisor;
•   bringing information from electronic sources which are not accessible in a meaningful way for GAA to work with;
•   keeping the GAA updated so she is generally aware of her immediate environment and prompted on changes; and
•   providing sighted guide services when required.

Maintain effective and efficient systems for the smooth running of the office, Including:

•   handling correspondence and manage travels-preparation. support during travel and trip expenses;
•   scheduling and coordinating meetings and conference calls;
•   compiling minutes and reports for meetings. workshop. trips etc.
•   managing other administrative systems and processes; and
•   undertaking additional tasks and responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time.

Location of the position: The post holder will be based in Accra and it will be for a 2-year fixed period

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A first degree in social science or the equivalent level of professional qualification from a tertiary institution with at least two years working experience.
•   Experience or interest in working on and with marginalized groups such as persons with disabilities.
•   Demonstrate research and writing skills as well as strong oral communication skills.
•   Strong experience in search 'and Microsoft applications.
•   Ability to assimilate technical' documents. perform data analysis and present results in simple and understandable formats.

Demands of the role:

•   Good writing and communication skills. including attention to detail
•   Affable personality and ability to build strong networks
•   An understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity for persons with disabilities.

Core behaviors:

•   Communicating and influencing
•   Team working
•   Planning and organizing
•   Change and improvement
•   Decision making

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please email application to:-

recruitment4gaa@gmail.com

Closing Date: 10 March, 2016

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted