Global Communities (formerly CHF International) a Non-Governmental Organization is seeking an experienced professional to fill the position of Subcontracts/Grants Officer for the 5-year USAID funded RING project. This project will focus on local government capacity building, livelihood and nutrition promotion in the northern region of Ghana.

Job Title: Subcontracts/Grants Associate
Reports To: Subcontracts/Grants Specialist

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Subcontracts/Grants Officer provides technical support for the RING project.
His/her main duties shall include:

•   Ensuring that all standard clauses are included, certifications and representations are signed, and proper documentation is included in each contract file indicating the process for selection, basis for analysis, and determination for subcontracts and grants under contracts (GUCs).
•   Ensuring complete and accurate documentation of all grants, contracts, and procurement, and that all necessary tendering is completed in an open and transparent fashion.
•   Monitoring the financial management of the subcontracts and grant under contracts (GUCs).
The duties listed above are not inclusive of all duties on the RING project.  Global Communities reserves the right to change and update the position descriptions at any time.

GENERAL COMPETENCIES/REQUIREMENTS

•   Proficiency in English (written and verbal) and effective communication and interpersonal skills
•   Efficiency, proactivity and teamwork in delivery of set targets within stipulated deadlines
•   Punctuality, commitment to work ethics, and adaptive to change
•   Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail;

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Master’s degree in business administration, public health, management, or equivalent degree
•   At least 5 years of experience, at least 3 of which must be in grants management and financial/operational systems
•   Excellent analytical skills and ability to work with complex financial information;
•   Ability to establish and sustain interpersonal and professional relationships with donor, international organizations and local CBOs;
•   Substantial experience working with USAID-supported projects and knowledge of USAID financial regulations and procedure
•   Ability to speak two Ghanaian languages (preferably Northern region dialects) is a plus

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

Please apply by sending your current CV to:-

gcring1@gmail.com with the Job Title in the subject line.

Closing Date: 17 December, 2014