The U.S. Mission in Accra, Ghana is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for the position of PROJECT MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST - AGRICULTURE in the Economic Growth Office (EGO) of USAID/Ghana. The primary purpose of the position serves as a technical advisor on all issues pertaining to agriculture and rural development. The position also provides expertise on reviewing and tracking the implementation status of the Government of Ghana development policies for agriculture and rural development writ large.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education & Prior Work Experience:

•   A Master’s degree in agriculture, forestry, soil science, resource economics closely related field plus five years of prior work experience in the field ofagriculture and rural development sector required.

Salary Range: GH¢ 34,074.00 – GH¢51,113.00 p.a. (depending on qualification and
experience)

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Human Resources Office Email:

AccraHRO@state.gov

Or

Through the Mailroom, Chancery
American Embassy, Accra
P.O. Box GP194, Accra or
by Email AccraHRO@state.gov

For full requirements and position description, please log on to

http://ghana.usembassy.gov/jobopportunities.html

or

http://transition.usaid.gov/westafrica/employment/index.htm

When submitting your application via email, please start the subject line with the position title.

Closing Date: 14 June, 2013

Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

USAID/Ghana anticipates awarding a 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.