USAID Ghana is looking for a highly motivated and qualified individual to join the Tamale Field Office (TFO) as Financial Analyst - Local Capacity Development.

•  The incumbent is responsible for the expansion of USAID/Ghana's efforts under the USAID Forward initiative in working with both local organizations and host government entities in Ghana and the region.
•  These efforts will promote and support USAID's Forward objectives which are focused on strengthening accountability, transparency and sustainability of the host governments, local private and public sectors

Salary Range: GH¢24,604.00 - 36,904.00 per annum (depending on qualification and experience)
The position is based in Northern.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education & Prior Work Experience:

A University degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration, plus five years of progressively responsible experience in professional accounting, auditing, or financially oriented business management are required

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: 1) Cover letter, 2) Curriculum Vitae (not more than 3 pages) and 3) Completed self-assessment form (available at the above website/email address) with details relating to three references to:

Financial Analyst - Local Capacity Development
Tamale Field Office
USAID/Ghana
P. O. Box 1630
Accra

or

No. 24 Fourth Circular Rd., Accra

Or by Email: acpersonnel@usaid.gov

Closing Date: 28 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.

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.