This management position, based in Accra, Ghana, provides leadership and support in the development, management, implementation and documentation of the programme in Ghana. The Programme Manager works with the Country Director and technical staff to coordinate planning, implementation and monitoring of donor funded projects. The Programme Manager manages the bi-annual planning cycle, manages and supervises contracts and grants for projects, and coordinates with technical, finance and administration units to ensure results.

Other responsibilities include project management, monitoring of results, proposal and report writing to international donors, and supervision of the sub-office in Tamale. This position represents Ipas Ghana with governmental and NGO partners, and reports to the Country Director.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A masters or other advanced degree in Public Health, Medicine or relevant discipline;
•   8+ years relevant experience including a minimum of 4 years of demonstrated management and supervision experience;
•   Demonstrated leadership in strategic planning, management, and technical implementation of reproductive health programs;
•   Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage complex programmes, and ensure effective, timely and collegial collaboration;
•   Familiarity with Ghana’s reproductive health policies, challenges and opportunities
•   Experience developing and managing budgets and analysing spending;
•   Demonstrated ability to supervise and mentor highly skilied technical staff
•   Excellent communication, team building and conflict resolution skills;
•   Fluency in English
•   Travel up to 50% nationally

The offer will be on a one/three years renewable contract basis, subject to good performance and availability of funds. Remuneration will be based on qualification and experience, commensurate with industry standards.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants should submit a cover letter and CV to: hrrecruit@ipas.org. We do not accept phone calls but we encourage you to visit our website: http://www.ipas.org before applying or send your queries to hrrecruit@ipas.org

Closing Date: 23 December, 2013

Due to anticipated volume of applications, only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Note: ipas management reserves the right to modify the contents of these position descriptions at any time.