Agro Lead Ghana in collaboration with Tama Solutions is commencing the implementation of Rice and Soya bean value chain project through farmer based organizations in Northern Ghana. The goal of the project is to improve Rice and Soya bean production in a sustainable manner and to improve supply of agro inputs to over 1000 smallholder farmers in four districts (Karaga, Gushegu, East Gonja and Kumbungu).

The project tackles directly four key areas of improving food security and sustainable economic growth for small-holder farmers: improving production; better marketing of products; expansion of household activities into off-season businesses; and access to inputs support. In light of this, the organization is currently seeking a Secretary for the five year project.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

•   Ensure general administrative and clerical support including mailing, copying and scanning for the office
•   Take care of both electronic and hard copy filing system
•   Take care of incoming correspondence; open, sort and distribute
•   Enter/register any data and foreword to management
•   Manage calendar for Managing Director
•   Run office errands to post office and office supply store
•   Receive and direct calls to a targeted staff from customers/visitors
•   Prepare and modify documents including correspondence, reports, drafts, memos and emails
•   Schedule meetings, appointments and travel arrangements and coordinate between Management
•   Maintain office supplies for other project districts

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Diploma is required
•   Practical knowledge of Microsoft office will be considered
•   Knowledge of operating standard office equipment
•   Excellent communication skills – written and verbal

Location: Northern Region

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should send a cover letter, their detailed curriculum vitae and contacts of three relevant referees to:

info@agroleadghana.org

OR

The Director
Rice Value Chain project
Agro Lead-Ghana
P.O. Box TL 2656
Tamale

Closing Date: 10 May, 2017

Agro Lead Ghana is gender sensitive organization; as a result women are encouraged to apply.