MINISTRY OF LANDS AND NATURAL RESOURCES MULTI-SECTORAL MINING INTEGRATED PROJECT(MMlP)

Recognising that the challenges of illegal mining are multifaceted, the Govemment of Ghana has prepared the Multi-Sectoral Mining Integrated Project (MMIP) as an integrated approach to addressing illegal mining and its associated negative impacts on society. This approach relies on more than just militant and combat actions in the mining communities. It combines a "Legislation, Enforcement, Civil, Integrated and Technological Approach (LECITA)" as a sustainable and structured but regimented conjoint concept which will encompass multi-stakeholders in dealing with the illegal mining menace. The Project will be planned and implemented for five years, aimed at sanitising illegal small-scale mining activities referred to as galamsey.

Subsequently, Cabinet approved the Project Appraisal & Implementation Document (PAID) under the MMIP for Implementation. The overall project development objective is to improve the management of artisanal small-scale mining in Ghana to ensure that its contribution to socio-economic development is felt within the mining communities through sustainable mining practices, minimising its negative impact on the environment.

To this end, the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources invites applications from suitably qualified Ghanaians for appointment into the underlisted Specialist Position under the Ghana Multi-sectoral Mining Integrated Project (MMIP).

PROJECT ACCOUNTANT (REF NO. MMIP/SP/OO4/PA)

The Project Accountant will be responsible for the management of the Project accounts in accordance with the requirements of the GoG. He/she will report directly to the Project Finance Specialist. He/she will be responsible for the management and operations of the Finance Unit of the Project. Operating within a computerised environment, the Accountant will perform the following duties under his direction and control:

• Supervise Implementing Agencies in the maintenance of financial records and the preparation of financial budgets;
• Assist the Procurement Unit on Annua 1 Work Plans;
• Oversee and ensure proper use of the Manual of Procedures;
• Perform a strong internal control system; and
• Any other duties to be assigned from time to time by the Finance Specialist

Qualification Required & Experience

• The Accountant shall be a Professional Accountant (e.g. ClMA, ACCA, CPA, CA holder or equivalent) preferably, with a Master's degree in Accounting, Business or Finance.
• A minimum of Five (5) years working experience and a good knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards and International Standards on Auditing and budgeting and controls.
• Experience in interpreting Financial Management Reports, analysing variations to plans and determining remedial actions required;
• Knowledge of Accounting and Financial Reporting -systems and software packages.
• Ability to advise and disseminate Financial Management knowledge.
• Strong background in planning, organising and time management and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong analytical capabilities and proven skills to deal with accounting issues innovatively and independently.
• Capacity to be a Member of a Multi-disciplinary Team, to provide advice and recommend actions.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested Ghanaians with the above qualification and experience should submit their applications at the Front Desk; Reception, Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources and fill in the relevant Application Submission Form. Applications with detailed CVs, photocopies of certificates, Referees and other relevant documents should be addressed to:

The Chief Director
Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources
P.O. Box MB 212
Ministries, Accra

Telephone: 0246-621389 / 0578-481988

Closing Date: 31 May, 2018

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.