World Vision International is a Christian Relief, Development and Advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice.

Purpose of the position
The Project Coordinator for the Building Capacity for Sustainable Livelihoods and Health through Public- Private Linkages in Agriculture and Health Project will be responsible for all country level management and coordination of the CIDA funded World Vision project in Ghana. He/she will be responsible for the leadership of the project in-country team and achievement for country level results as per the project requirements and Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between McGill University and World Vision Inc. He/she will work closely with the WV Canada Project Manager, WV Ghana Health and Nutrition Specialist (Technical Lead), WV Ghana Grant management team, and partners in the realisation of these goals.

The Project Coordinator provides overall leadership in the implementation of the project, develops and leads advocacy activities, manages and plans project activities, co-ordinates resources and is responsible for training and sustaining project objectives.

Major Responsibilities

•   Provide project oversight leadership and technical expertise for Project team and partners involved in the implementation of the project.
•   Prepare and submit quality reports and other project documents. Including case studies and stories of human interest, to donors and other stakeholders as required.
•   Implement sound financial and administrative management processes: manage and monitor all aspects of project planning and budgeting including spending aqainst approved budgets, regular reviews of programme budgets, submission of cash forecasts and timely and accurate financial accounting and reporting
•   Ensure effective coordination and information sharing with key partners to foster increased and creative collaboration for better programme integration. In conjunction with project partners modify implementation plans as necessary
•   Ensure project staff and partners comply with WVI and Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (DFATD) regulations as contained in the grant agreement
•   Participate in the development of project specific- data collection instruments, including tools for surveys and research data collection and in assessments including baseline, evaluation and research to be conducted in conjunction with the University of Ghana and McGill University. Record and analyse pertinent data as necessary in collaboration with academic partners.
•   Implement World Vision approved performance management processes to ensure that good accountability and stewardship is achieved and project deliverables are met

Qualification Required & Experience

The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:

•   Minimum Qualification required: BSc Nutrition, Public Health or related fields. A Master’s degree is preferred
•   Experience: At least 3 years in development facilitation and research
•   Prior experience in integrated nutrition, health and food security programming is preferred
•   Prior experience in Microenterprise Development
•   Working knowledge of Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (DFATD), formerly CIDA) regulations.
•   Working knowledge of programmes/projects cycle management.
•   Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff and key partners
•   Experience in community entry and mobilisation and development facilitation
•   Working knowledge of proposal writing and negotiation skills
•   Computer literate

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should send their application letters and cv quoting only the job title as the subject to:-

ghana@wvi.org

Closing Date: 22 October, 2013

All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible. WV is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women are highly encouraged to apply.