World Vision International is a Christian Relief, Development and Advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. For over three decades, World Vision has been working with rural communities in all 10 Administrative Regions of Ghana to provide portable water, promote sanitation and hygiene practices, quality education and enhance food security.

World Vision Ghana (WVG) is looking for a highly qualified, proactive, and motivated person to fill the position of Food Security and Economic Development Coordinator.

Purpose of the Position
The Food Security and Economic Development Coordinator will provide leadership in developing and rolling out a Food Security and Economic Development strategy for Ghana. Lead in developing initiatives that promote livelihoods and economic security for targeted families in operational programs areas.

Key Responsibilities

•   Lead the development and roll out the food security and economic development programs/projects.
•   Lead the acquisition of grant funding that support employment creation, income generation, value addition and marketing opportunities for target families, groups and communities.
•   Assist Programs Managers to establish village savings and loan schemes and other products and liaise with Vision Fund to ensure that successful groups access micro finance to develop and grow their micro enterprises / businesses.
•   Build staff capacity and provide technical assistance to stakeholders and communities to ensure effective partnering that improves results.

The Package

•   The position is based in Accra with some amount of domestic/international travel.
•   The position comes with an attractive salary package commensurate with qualification & experience.
•   S/He reports to the Operations Director.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Master’s degree in Business Administration, Food Security, Agriculture, and/or Economic.
•   At least 5 years experience in small business development and management role.
•   Proven experience in managing livelihoods and economic development projects.
•   Ability to communicate on Food Security topics with diverse groups: farmers, managers, bureaucrats and donors.
•   Experience in proposal writing and the successful acquisition of grants.
•   Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills
•   Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should send their application letters and CV quoting only the Job Position in the subject line to:-

ghana@wvi.org

Closing Date: 21 August, 2014

As a Child focused organization, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ people whose background is not suitable for working with children.  All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible.  WV is an equal opportunity employer.

•   We believe in diversity and promote opportunities for all individuals.
•   Qualified women are highly encouraged to apply.