GII is implementing a new project called the reducing emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD+) Governance and Finance Integrity for Africa project, for which it is looking for two suitably qualified personf to fill the positions of a National Coordinator

GII is the local Chapter is Transparency Interntional (IT), the global civil society organisation leading the fight against corruption.

The "REDD+ Governance and Finance Integrity for Africa project aims to improve anti-corruption policy and practice in REDD+ finance and governance through the development of effective strategies and policies which contribute to prevent corruption in REDD+ in Africa.

Job Summary

•   Organise, coordinate and monitor overall project tasks and resource requirements.
•   Develop national networks and strategic partnerships with relevant local and national REDD+ stakeholders.
•   Advocate tor improved governance policies and practices in REDD+, engaging with the main REDD+ stakeholders at national and local levels.
•   Oversee targeted research focusing on corruption risks mappings and governance assessments as well as monitoring REDD+ funds, and use the results for advocacy.
•   Organise public outreach activities, offering citizens quality information and tools enabling them to address REDD+ corruption issues.
•   Promote civil society and citizen monitoring actions to demand accountability regarding REDD+ actions.
•   Work with key stakeholders to develop complaints mechanisms allowing victims and witnesses of corruption to address issues relating to REDD+ and forest protection.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Advanced degree or equivalent work experience in key competency areas such as International Studies, Social Sciences, law, Economics and Environmental Sciences.
•   3-5 years professional experience in project management or equivalent in the Ghana. Experience of working on multi-country projects preferred.
•   Knowledge of governance issues and the field of anti-corruption.
•   Some knowledge of climate finance / REDD-t and Forestry is a strong asset.

Key Competencies and Skills

•   Fluency in English essential, some other languages an asset.
•   Excellent project management and coordination skills.
•   Experience in budget management and project budget accounting and reporting.
•   Very good communication and networking skills, proven experience of team work, and experience of working as part of a multi-country would be advantageous.
•   Computer literacy is a basic requirement.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should send a synopsis and why they qualify for the position they are applying for, a Current CV of not more than three pages and the names and contact details of two referees not later than 2 weeks from the date of publication of this advertisement to any of the following addresses:

Postal Address:

The Executive Director
Ghana Integrity Initiative
P.M.B, CT 317, Cantonments, Accra

Email Address: vaazeem@tighana.org

Personal Delivery:

House No. 21 Abelenkpe Road,
Abelenkpe, Accra

Closing Date: 02 April, 2014

•   No telephone calls will be entertained and applicants are advised not to send more than one application.
•   Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted for an interview