{Agbeve Herbal Hospital,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Oct-2014};
Agbeve Herbal Hospital requires Hospital Administrator for immediate employment.
Qualification Required & Experience
• At least 5 years working experience
• Age Limit: 40 to 50 years
Location: Accra
How To Apply For The Job
Interested persons are requested to submit their application letters personally to the:-
Chief Executive Office
Agbeve Herbal Hospital
Sowutuom Last Stop, Accra
Closing Date: 15 October, 2014
{Grameen Foundation,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Oct-2014};
Grameen Foundation (GF) helps the world’s poorest people reach their full potential, connecting their determination and skills with the resources they need. We provide access to essential financial services and information on agriculture and health, assistance that can have wide-scale impact by addressing the specific needs of poor households and communities. We also develop tools to improve the effectiveness of poverty-focused organizations. Grameen Foundation in Ghana develops mobile phone based solutions to strengthen health care delivery and improve health behaviors, particularly for the rural poor. Uniquely blending public health and technology expertise, Grameen Foundation’s team in Ghana works closely with local government, mobile network operators, and other stakeholders to identify information-based gaps contributing to health challenges, and to develop user-centered mobile services to address them.
Job Summary
• The Health Systems Lead/DCD is responsible for providing technical leadership to project teams that are developing innovative approaches to using mobile to support health workforce development, health information systems, health systems financing, and health behavior change, with focus on Reproductive, Maternal and Child Health.
• The Health Systems Lead/DCD is responsible for guiding the health quality of all GF Ghana programs, as well as for overseeing the strategic use of project information to assess and strengthen the health impact of GF Ghana’s programs.
• The position will support project managers in the development of work plans, budgets, implementation tracking, donor reporting, and impact assessment.
• The position will help to evolve GF Ghana’s mHealth strategy and to form strategic partnerships that further Grameen Foundation impact in Ghana.
• The position will ensure strong relationships with government partners across programs and with other key stakeholders such as Mobile Network Operators, other international NGOs, donor agencies, private sector.
• The position will assist the Country Director to lead the Ghana country office operations and finance, including support to project budget development and management, human resource management, and office administration.
• The position supports the Country Director to build a strong culture of learning, innovation, accountability, transparency, collaboration and a sense of belonging across the region.
Essential Job Functions
• Support the Country Director in the evolution of GF Ghana’s mHealth strategy and the formation of strategic partnerships that further the impact of GF’s mHealth work in Ghana.
• Form and maintain strong relationships with government partners across programs and with other key stakeholders such as Mobile Network Operators, other international NGOs, donor agencies, private sector.
• Provide health technical leadership to ensure the quality and effectiveness of GF’s mHealth solution development and execution processes in Ghana
• Lead inter-disciplinary teams of staff and consultants to develop and launch innovative mobile services, in collaboration with project partners and other stakeholders.
• Support and continually strengthen the capacity of project managers in the development and execution of work plans, budgets, implementation tracking, donor reporting, and impact assessment.
• Oversee the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation strategies and activities, and the strategic use of data to assess and strengthen the health impact of GF Ghana’s programs.
• Provide support to Ghana country office operations and finance, including support to budget development and management, human resource management, and office administration.
• Develop various public communication pieces about Grameen Foundation’s work on an as-needed basis.
• Participate in relevant national working groups.
Availability
The Health Systems Lead/DCD will be expected to work a standard work week of 40 hours
Additional Comment
• The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made in appropriate circumstances to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
Qualification Required & Experience
• A minimum of a Master’s degree in public health, health policy and/or health administration
• A minimum of five years of experience in health system strengthening and project management, preferably in Africa
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Deep commitment to eradication of poverty and alignment with Grameen Foundation’s mission
• Field-based health sector and mobile technology experience in Africa region
• Strong project management skills and team leadership skills
• Proven ability to think and work both strategically and operationally
• Proven ability to liaise successfully with senior US and host country government officials, international agencies, private sector companies, and donor organizations
• Proven ability using sound judgment to manage challenging circumstances and resolve conflicts
• Financial management, budget design, and grants under contract management expertise is essential
• Experience building capacity of and empowering local staff and institutions highly desirable
• Proven experience building and effectively supervising a diverse team of local and expatriate employees and consultants
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, creative problem solving, and conflict management skills
• Fluency in English, and strong written and spoken English skills
• Strong presentation and writing skills
Location: Accra
How To Apply For The Job
Interested applicants should submit the following documents to addition to a cover letter:
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae stating current and latest posts (WITH DATES) as well as summary of job responsibilities
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) Referees (work-related)
• Applications should reach the following address not later than 30th September, 2014
To Bernice Nasimiyu: bnasimiyu@grameenfoundation.org
Closing Date: 30 September, 2014
• Only shortlisted candidates would be contacted
• Qualified Ghanaian nationals are encouraged to apply.
• GF is AEOE
{John Snow Inc,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Oct-2014};
“Following a number of assessments carried out in Ghana, by Development Partners, and the Government of Ghana, The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (The Global Fund) has engaged JSI Logistics Services to render specific logistics support services, and complement MOH/GHS efforts to improve data visibility and performance in distribution of health commodities to health facilities.” The contractor has an office in Accra and is looking for energetic, and competent persons to fill the advertised positions immediately.
Basic Role or Function
To support Regional Health Administrations (RHAs) to coordinate and implement field level logistics activities, support Regional Medical Stores (RMSs) in log istics and inventory management, support the provision of supportive supervision to lower level health facilities and training of lower level health workers/logistics staff in logistics management of health commodities and supplies.
The position (10) will be based in each of the 10 Regions;
Duties and Responsibilities:
• In collaboration with RHA, provide supply chain management support to RMS, and support lower level health systems strengthening initiatives.
• In collaboration with the central level authorities and regional health administration, support RMSs and health facilities in regions to prepare and submit accurate and timely inventory and stock status reports and follow up on submitted reports so that regions receive appropriate feedback from the central level authorities.
• In collaboration with the regional health administration, and regional medical stores administration, provide general technical logistics support and prepare and implement action plans to address logistics management issues especially stock status data collection, organization and submission to identified offices. Maintain and regularly update a database of health commodity logistics data.
• Support, participate in and monitor implementation of specific program or GHS innovations to improve logistics management practices at lower levels e.g. the Early Warning System (EWS), E-LMIS for ARVs, End Use Verification (EUV), monthly stock status reporting etc
• Keep project management and GHS/MOH staff abreast with logistics situation at RMS and the health facilities in the region through provision of regular reports
• Ensure that the RHA is regularly engaged on logistics management issues, their capacity to monitor and supervise logistics activities is built and that the regional health administrations prioritize strengthening logistics management in their regional work plans and budgets.
• Work in close collaboration with the scheduled delivery program managers, and distribution service providers to ensure that health commodities are distributed according to Good Distribution Practices and that records to track the movement of the commodities are kept in an updated manner.
• Conduct supportive supervision for RMS, Districts and service delivery points of logistics operations in partnership with the RHAs, and other technical partners when available.
• Participate in forecasting, quantification and procurement planning of health commodities
• Any other duties assigned by the Supervisor
• Reports to the National Project Coordinator
Qualifications and Skill Requirements:
• First degree in health sciences, health information systems, supply chain management or health systems management.
• Post graduate qualification in supply chain, health systems, health information or related field offers an advantage.
• Minimum of 2 years working experience working with health programs or support systems at the national, regional or community level
• Knowledge of the Ghana health system especially the Ghana public sector supply system for health commodities
• Ability to form relationships and work closely with Central and Regional level Health authorities
• Good problem-solving, supervisory, coaching and interpersonal skills
• Excellent data analysis, presentation and report writing skills
• Excellent computer skills with spread sheet, word processing and other software, preferably Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent written and oral English communication skills
• Ability to work independently and with team members and partners at all levels
• Ability to work under pressure with little supervision
• Willingness to locate in a region, travel extensively throughout the assigned region and to spend extended periods of time in the field
• Capacity to manage numerous tasks, and report in a timely manner
SUPERVISION AND REPORTING
The Regional logistics support officer (s) will work in collaboration with the management of the RMSs to support the RHA in health commodity logistics management activities and shall report to the National Project Coordinator.
Location: Nationwide Recruitment
How To Apply For The Job
Thank you for applying. Send your application letter and CV by email titled Logistics Support Officer to:-
recruitlo14@gmail.com
Closing Date: 20 September, 2014
Indicate salary expected. This is a full time position based in Accra. Work is expected to start on 1st Oct 2014. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
{John Snow Inc,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Oct-2014};
“Following a number of assessments carried out in Ghana, by Development Partners, and the Government of Ghana, The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (The Global Fund) has engaged JSI Logistics Services to render specific logistics support services, and complement MOH/GHS efforts to improve data visibility and performance in distribution of health commodities to health facilities.” The contractor has an office in Accra and is looking for energetic, and competent persons to fill the advertised positions immediately.
Basic Role or Function
To support Central Medical Stores (CMS) to coordinate and implement logistics activities, support the general manager of the CMS, warehouse manager(s), shipment manager(s) in logistics and inventory management, support the provision of supportive supervision to regional medical stores, and coordinate feedback reporting on regional operation reports, and products available for use at CMS
The position (1) will be based at the CMS, Tema;
Duties and Responsibilities:
• In collaboration with Project Coordinator and CMS manager, provide supply chain management support to warehouse managers, and support general health commodity warehousing and distribution management systems strengthening initiatives.
• In collaboration with the central level authorities and CMS manager, support warehouse managers to prepare and submit accurate and timely inventory and stock status reports and follow up on submitted reports so that warehouse managers receive appropriate feedback from the manager and central level authorities.
• In collaboration with the CMS mangement, provide general technical logistics support and prepare and implement action plans to address logistics management issues especially stock status data collection, organization and timely submission to identified offices. Maintain and regularly update a database of health commodity logistics data.
• Support, participate in and monitor implementation of specific program or GHS innovations to improve logistics management practices at lower levels e.g. the Early Warning System (EWS), E-LMIS for ARVs, End Use Verification (EUV) etc
• Keep project management and GHS/MOH staff abreast with logistics situation at CMS
• Work in close collaboration with the scheduled delivery program managers at CMS and the RHAs, and with any distribution service providers to ensure that health commodities are distributed according to Good Distribution Practices, and the records to track the movement of the commodities are kept in an updated manner.
• Conduct supportive supervision for RMS, Districts and service delivery points of logistics operations in partnership with the RHAs, and other technical partners when available.
• Participate in forecasting, quantification and procurement planning of health commodities
• Any other duties assigned by the Supervisor
• Reports to the National Project Coordinator
Qualification Required & Experience
• First degree in warehousing management, health sciences, health information management, freight and shipping management, or supply chain management
• Post graduate qualification in warehousing management, freight and shipping management, supply chain management, health systems, health information or related field offers an advantage.
• Minimum of 2 years working experience working with health programs or support systems at the national, regional or community level
• Knowledge of the Ghana health system especially the Ghana public sector supply system for health commodities
• Willingness to participate in regional field travel
• Ability to form relationships and work closely with Central and Regional level Health authorities
• Good problem-solving, supervisory, coaching and interpersonal skills
• Excellent data analysis, presentation and report writing skills
• Excellent computer skills with spread sheet, word processing and other software, preferably Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent written and oral English communication skills
• Ability to work independently and with team members and partners at all levels
• Ability to work under pressure with little supervision
• Capacity to manage numerous tasks and report in a timely manner
SUPERVISION AND REPORTING
The CMS logistic officer in the discharge of his duties and responsibilities shall collaborate with the management of the CMS and report to the National Project Coordinator.
Location: Tema
How To Apply For The Job
Thank you for applying. Send your application letter and CV by email titled Logistics Support Officer to:-
recruitlo14@gmail.com
Closing Date: 20 September, 2014
Indicate salary expected. This is a full time position based in Tema. Work is expected to start on 1st Oct 2014. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
{Catholic Relief Service (CRS),Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Oct-2014};
Catholic Relief Service (CRS) is a faith-based international development organization. CRS Ghana was established in 1958, a year after Ghana gained independence. In Ghana, CRS works with the nation’s people to tackle poverty on several fronts including improving health, nutrition, and care and support for people living with HIV; increasing access to water and sanitation; promoting agriculture to enhance food security; and increasing financial assets through Savings and Internal Lending Communities.
Job Title: Senior Technical Advisor, Behaviour Change/Community Led Total Sanitation (CLTS)
Job Summary
Catholic Relief Services (CRS) has been working in Ghana since 1958 in Health, Agriculture, Peace Building, Water and Sanitation, Microfinance and Education programs. Together with other strategic partners, Catholic Relief Services (CRS) seeks a Senior Technical Advisor for Behaviour Change/CLTS for a 5-year Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) program being developed. The STA will lead the in-country management and implementation components of a program aimed at improving desired behaviour change at the household, school, and health facility level.
Primary Functions:
The Senior Technical Advisor for Behaviour Change/CLTS will be responsible for the development of evidence based communication strategies to address WASH interventions including Behaviour Change Communications BCC) as well as Community-Led Total Sanitation. The individual will conduct formative research to identify the WASH needs of the target districts and audience, manage all field CLTS approaches to community pre-triggering, triggering, assessments and declaration of Open Defecation Free (ODF) communities.
Key Job Responsibilities:
• Coordinate and maintains overall responsibility for technical oversight of all the BCC/CLTS component in collaboration with other team members and partners at the regional and district levels
• Provide technical oversight and coordination of both regional and district based training of trainers on BCC/CLTS components of the project
• Assist the COP in the planning, development and periodic appraisals of BCC/CLTS technical materials and tools to assure their compliance with the policies and strategies of the government
• Lead in the development, revisions and implementation of CLTS and WASH in schools related tools, guidelines, materials and methodologies to promote community problem solving and decision-making concerning health, hygiene and sanitation issues
• Facilitate the production of simple WASH friendly technologies and promote their use through the systems and structures established by partner organizations
• Support the integration of public health concepts into WASH activities and ensure close collaboration with health, education and district assembly sub-sectors, including hygiene promotion and community mobilization
• Ensure that gender issues are considered in the design and implementation of BCC strategies
• Support the identification of contractors and participate in the negotiation of contracts on gender friendly latrines and urinals in line with UNICEF and WHO standards
• Support the COP to represent the project at WASH forums and technical sessions.
Key Working Relationships:
• CRS WASH for Health Team, Health Program Manager, Head of Programs and Country Representative, Regional Technical Advisor for Emergency and WATSAN and WATSAN Sector representatives (Government and NGOs)
Qualification Required & Experience
• A Bachelors Degree in Public/Environmental Health, Behaviour Research and related field. Advance Degree/Masters in these fields is an added advantage
• Minimum of 7 years professional experience in development projects preferably BCC as well as Community-Led Total Sanitation methodologies
• Proven experience in budgeting and budget management
• Strong analytical and communication skills and ability to multi-task under pressure and yet remain effective and productive.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work with partners and lead a team
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, cultural sensitivity, ability to work with people, good judgment and commitment to the Agency’s mission
• Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Internet, etc.)
• Willingness to travel to field sites as required by the project
Desirable
• Experience in the design and development of WASH related BCC materials will be an added advantage.
Competencies
• Set clear goals and work towards achieving them
• Collaborates effectively with staff and stakeholders
• Manages financial resources with integrity
• Applies program quality standards to project design and organizational learning
Agency-Wide Competencies
• Upholds a Spirit of Service and Integrity
• Cultivates Constructive and Collegial Relationships
• Models Principled Stewardship
• Promotes continuous learning and innovation
Location: Accra and Tamale
How To Apply For The Job
Please submit cover letter, CV, as well as three work references (names and contact information only) to:-
GH_jobs@global.crs.org in a format: Application.CV.(Name). Senior Technical Advisor (BCC-CLTS). WASH4-HEALTH
Closing Date: 16 October, 2014
Note: This position is contingent upon CRS being awarded the contract.
{CARE International,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Oct-2014};
CARE works in 87 countries around the world to support over 900 poverty-fighting development and emergency projects.
Our Mission
To serve individuals and families in the poorest communities in the world
Our Vision
We seek a world of hope, tolerance and social justice, where poverty has been overcome and people live in dignity and security.
Job Summary
CARE Ghana seeks a Senior Advisor – Behavior Change/Community Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) to support an upcoming bid to the USAID/WASH for Health Project (W4H), which aims to increase access to water and sanitation at the community level. The project will work with local communities, non-governmental organizations, and government agencies to improve and expand access to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services, including facilitating private sector investment, establishing community-managed systems, promoting hygiene behavior change, and empowering women to take on leadership roles.
Project staff will operate in target districts that complement USAID/Ghana’s other health investments; staff activities will focus on six project components
• Component 1: Increase use of improved household sanitation;
• Component 2: Improve community water supply services;
• Component 3: Improve sector governance and policies;
• Component 4: Expand key hygiene behaviors;
• Component 5: Leverage public/private partnerships to magnify the impact of USG investments; and
• Component 6: Improve water supply and sanitation infrastructure for health facilities
USAID/Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) for Health Project (USAID/W4H) is one of numerous activities designed to work together under USAID/Ghana’s Health System Strengthening (HSS) Project to achieve equitable improvement in health in Ghana. Other USAID-funded projects are People for Health, Innovate for Health, Evaluate for Health, Communicate for Health, Resiliency in Northern Ghana (RING), Strengthening Partnerships, Results, and Innovations in Nutrition Globally (SPRING), and USAID/DELIVER.
The Senior Advisor will be responsible for the development of evidence based communication strategies to address Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) interventions. The individual will conduct formative research to identify the WASH needs of the target audience, manage all field CLTS approaches to community pre-triggering, triggering and declaration of Open Defecation Free (ODF) communities.
Responsibilities:
• Overseeing the completion of all technical requirements, including project results and deliverables, in accordance with the project workplan;
• Guiding team members to fulfill the project’s strategic goals and objectives;
• Reporting against the project’s baseline targets;
• Managing the project’s operational, financial, and administrative priorities;
• Building partnerships among national- and community-level actors;
• Functioning as the primary liaison between all project stakeholders;
• Creating management systems in line with CARE’s standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency with project needs;
• Designing and overseeing an annual project cycle in accordance with that of USAID;
• With staff and partners, translating project goals and objectives into implementable strategies and plans;
• Directing the planning and budgeting processes;
• Preparing quarterly and annual project activity reports, as specified in the contract;
• Maintaining internal control;
• Supervising the performance of all long- and short-term advisors, consultants, and staff;
• Clarifying roles, delegating responsibilities to senior staff, and clearly communicating expectations for staff contribution to project activities;
• Supervising project staff and partners in identifying the project’s technical assistance needs, developing suitable scopes of work, recruiting consultants, and executing technical assistance contracts; and
• Maintaining productive working relationships with USAID clients, project partners, and key counterparts
Qualification Required & Experience
• A bachelor’s degree relevant to environmental health, public health, communications, and behavioral research;
• Seven years of work experience in behavior change communication, specifically related to current Ghanaian hygiene and sanitation context and CLTS (desirable);
• Proven experience in undertaking activities aimed at empowering poor communities and individuals, including organizing civil society groups or community based organizations for improved access to safe drinking water, sanitation and hygiene;
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, in English;
• Strong interpersonal skills; and
• Working experience in developing countries or work experience in Ghana (latter desirable).
Location: Accra
How To Apply For The Job
Please refer to the following link for the complete solicitation; http://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=263308
Interested candidates should submit their applications and detailed CVs to the HR Officer, CARE International in Ghana or electronically to:-
hr.ghana@co.care.org
Closing Date: 19 September, 2014
• PLEASE INDICATE CLEARLY IN THE SUBJECT LINE THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.
• Closing date for submission of applications is Friday, 19th September, 2014.
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
• CARE encourages Ghanaian nationals and international candidates to apply.
OUR DIVERSITY IS OUR STRENGTH; WE ENCOURAGE PEOPLE FROM ALL BACKGROUNDS AND EXPERIENCES, PARTICULARLY WOMEN, TO APPLY
{Confidential,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Sep-2014};
Job Description
• Seeking a dedicated, highly motivated, and skilled sales manager who can drive marketing adoption and growth. Core responsibilities include increasing revenue through direct sales to physicians, clinics and cooperate institutions. The ideal candidate will have proven track record of success in establishing new markets, new clients and results oriented, with the ability to think strategically as well as executive tactically. Must have a strong desire to play a critical role in the organization, this is a “ground floor” opportunity with extremely high potential for rapid advancement. Position is full time.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Development progressive and aggressive marketing initiatives that will increas sales volume in the market
• Create and implement a strategic sales / marketing plan that target hospitals, clinics, doctors and corporate institutions
• Organize conferences for doctors and other medical staff
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with medical staff and supporting administrative staff
• Develop and manage budget required to implement plan and deliver results consistent with company objectives
• Generate, call and qualify sales activities, including but not limited to hospitals, clinics, doctors and corporate institutions.
• Assist in the development of sales and marketing literature and other supporting information existing and prospective clients
• Monitor competitive activity and competitor products and develop strategies to gain market share
• Coordinator all issues with key clients between sales, technical support and customer service
• Train Lab personnel in sales activities to reach goals consistent with company objectives
Qualification Required & Experience
• Minimum of 1 to 3 years sales experience in diagnostic laboratory business
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification required. Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Must be abel to drive. Background in medical or biological sciences preferred.
Location: Accra
How To Apply For The Job
To apply, please email your application to:-
labquestkt@gmail.com
Closing Date: 26 September, 2014
{Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Sep-2014};
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital is an agency of the Ministry of Health responsible for tertiary healthcare delivery, teaching, research and conducting outreach services to other parts of the country. The Board of the Hospital is inviting applications from competent, proactive, result-oriented and self driven persons for the post of CHIEF EXECUTIVE
Job Purpose:
To provide executive leadership and leading edge strategic direction to enable the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital deliver innovative services and effective healthcare.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Provide strategic leadership and direction for day-to-day management of the Hospital
• Lead in the development of short and long term plans and policies for the hospital band ensure their effective implementation and compliance
• Formulate internal policies and guidelines for the hospital and ensure their effective implementation and compliance
• Ensure the hospital is appropriately resourced to enable it to achieve the approved plans
• Ensure that hospital resources are prudently managed within the approved annual budget
• Ensure the preparation of performance management reports as required, including annual reports and annual accounts
• Project a strong and positive corporate image, demonstrating integrity and a strong commitment to service provision, both within the hospital and externally
• Ensure effective collaboration with external stakeholders
• Formulate and implement internal policiesand programmes of the Hospital.
Duration of Contract:
The applicant must be able to serve a two (2) year contract term before attaining the compulsory retiring age of sixty (60).
Qualification Required & Experience
A minimum of a Masters’ Degree from a recognised University in Social or Health Sciences with not less than twelve (12) years post qualification relevant work experience, five (5) years of which must be in a Senior Management position preferably in the Health Sector.
Evidence of Leadership and continuing professional development and training in
management.
Knowledge
Conversant with the Ghana Health Service and Teaching Hospitals Act 1996 (Act 525), Financial Administration Act 2003 {Act 654), Public Procurement Act 2003 (Act 663), Internal Audit Agency Act 2003 (Act 658) and the Ministry of Health and Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital policiesand procedures.
Competencies and Skills
• Leadership Skills
• Computer literacy
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good analytical skills
• Business and Financial Acumen
Personal Qualities
• Creative and innovative
• Tenacity, integrity and positive motivational approach to people management and development
• A good team player
Location: Kumasi
How To Apply For The Job
Applications, together with supporting documents, statement of applicant’s vision for the position, curriculum vitae, office and residential telephone numbers, e-mail and addresses of three (3) referees should be forwarded, not later than three (3) weeks from the date of first publication of this advertisement to:
THE BOARD CHAIRMAN
KOMFO ANOKYE TEACHING HOSPITAL
P. O. BOX 1934
KUMASI
Closing Date: 25 September, 2014
{Confidential,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Sep-2014};
A leading Multi-National Company based in Tema has vacancy for the following position and is seeking to recruit qualified, competent and interested candidates to fill the position:- Health Safety, Security and Ennvironment (HSSE) Supervisor
Position Summary
The job holder among others will be responsible for assisting the HSSE Manager in the implementation of all HSSE policies, practices and operations in the company.
Competency Requirements
• Diploma / Degree in Health and Safety Management from are a cognized tertiary institution or equivalent qualification with a minimum of 2 years post-graduation functional experience
• Must be very familiar with safety laws and regulations in the logistic industry
• Must be honest, hardworking with high sense of integrity and discreet
• Must be willing and capable of working long and odd hours
Major accountabilities among others
• Assist the HSSE Manager in the implementation of the company’s HSSE functions to provide a safe and secure work environment that meets the country’s and international safety standards
• Assists the HSSE Manager in the investigation of accidents and injuries and cooperates in the preparation of materials and evidence for hearings, lawsuits and insurance claims.
• Assist in conducting tool-box meetings
• Contribute to the building of a healthy work-force supportive of company’s awareness at all times and ensure a safe workplace policy.
Location: Tema
How To Apply For The Job
Qualified and interested applicants may send their applications with CV including names of two (2) professional referees to the address below:-
The Human Resource Manager
Private Mail Bag No. 262
Community 1 Post Office
Tema
Closing Date: 25 September, 2014
{Catholic Relief Services (CRS),Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Sep-2014};
Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is an International non-governmental organization supporting relief and development work in over 99 countries around the world. CRS programs assist persons on the basis of need, regardless of creed, ethnicity or nationality. CRS works through local church and non-church partners to implement its programs, therefore, strengthening and building the capacity of these partner organizations is fundamental to programs in every country in which CRS operates. CRS has been active in Ghana since 1958 and is currently implementing programs in the areas of Health and Agriculture/Livelihoods.
Job Summary
• In collaboration with Ghana Health Service and the University for Development Studies, Catholic Relief Services is currently implementing a four year (September, 2011 – October, 2015) maternal child health (MCH) project in the East Mamprusi District (EMD) of Ghana. The project dubbed Encouraging Positive Practices for Improving Child Survival (EPPICS) aims at contributing to improving the health and survival of an estimated 27,000 women of reproductive age and 24,000 children under five in 240 communities of the district.
• The baseline findings of the EPPICS Project revealed that rapid repeat births in EMD is very common with an average of 4 births (range 1 -10 births) per woman. Also, over 68% of women reported birth spacing of less than 24 months between their index (youngest child and the immediate previous child). Modern contraceptive use among mothers of infants (0-23 months) was relatively low (22%). Also, as few as 35% of the women surveyed did not know the risk of rapid repeat birth (RRBs) to pregnancy intervals of less than 24 months . Supporting couples to mutually take control of when and how often to have children is vital to safe motherhood and child survival .
• Antenatal, delivery and postnatal care visits, as well as platforms created at the community level by EPPICS to engage community members, are ideal times and places to provide women and their partners with targeted information on child spacing to help them make informed choices that will enhance the health and survival of their children. The FAITH Project seeks to test the feasibility and acceptability of introducing the standard day’s method (SDM) along other family planning methods in EPPICS project communities for improving birth spacing among project participants. Two thousand people are estimated to directly benefit from the six-month pilot intervention study.
• The problem and rational for the study
Ghana’s East Mamprusi District (EMD), the site of the EPPICS Project, is one of the districts with the poorest maternal and child health (MCH) indicators as compared to the northern region (NR) and national averages. These poor MCH indicators are partly attributed to large family sizes and rapid repeat births (RRBs). In households (HH) with RRBs , children are prematurely weaned and therefore deprived of required antibodies and nutrients. These children are more likely to suffer from malnutrition that can result in poor mental and physical development . One of the key strategies for addressing possible negative impacts of RRBs is the use of quality and acceptable family planning (FP) services. Yet, Ghana’s unmet need for FP is still as high as 35% among married couples
• Against the high total fertility rate (TFR) of 7.2, the observed trend in the total use of modern FP in East Mamprusi District (EMD) is even lower (at 22%) than the national average (24%). The FP methods that are available and provided in health facilities across EMD include contraceptive pills, Intra-Uterine Devices, injectables and implants. However, a study by CRS in EMD revealed that apart from injectables that recorded 16% of use in EMD, the other methods are rarely patronized as none of them records more than 5% user rate .
• Research suggests that FP is not practiced due to cultural norms and inter-couple dynamics. The Demographic Health Survey indicates that even though knowledge of modern FP methods is almost universal (98%) among women aged 15–49 and readily available, the low utilization of modern FP methods could be attributed to the lack/inadequate support of husbands for their wives in using these methods, perceived fear of the side effects associated with non-natural methods , supply chain constraints, and limited awareness of natural modern methods. In many northern Ghana communities including those of EDM, decisions regarding pregnancies and children are largely male-dominated. As a result, access and use of hormonal contraceptives and other FP services among women necessarily need the consent of their husbands/partners else they risk being abused, accused of marital infidelity and in some cases divorced.
• Available data suggest that natural family planning (NFP) may be a method that is more culturally appropriate and acceptable to most Ghanaians, including men. CRS’ studies have shown strong potential demand for NFP methods in EMD , but access to and information on such methods is very limited. In an 2013 observation and review of FP strategies in health facilities of EMD, conversations with couples rarely included NFP methods . This may be attributed to inadequate information or inadequate capacity of the health care providers and misconceptions about NFP methods and their effectiveness.
• In addition, a study conducted by a local NGO in 2011 in 6 districts, including EMD, revealed that only 35% of health service providers reported some form of knowledge on NFP methods such as the SDM and Lactational Amenorrhea method . Therefore providing adequate training in a low-cost NFP method like the SDM will increase health providers’ knowledge about reproductive health and expand the health services they can provide to clients. Additionally, it will provide a starting point for CRS Ghana to initiate and test the feasibility and acceptability of the NFP methods. It will also engage staff of various Catholic Diocesan Units and health facilities in expanding the options available to Ghanaian couples based on Catholic social teachings and values.
In view of these factors, CRS tested the incorporation of the standard days method (SDM) into existing FP services offered in EMD.
FINAL EVALUATION SCOPE OF WORK
Objectives
This final evaluation seeks to answer two major research questions:
• Was the SDM an acceptable FP method as perceived by the user couples and FP providers in the East Mamprusi District?
• Was it feasible to introduce the SDM into existing FP service delivery sites in two sub-districts of East Mamprusi?
The evaluation team will assess the following:
• What were the factors that influenced the acceptability of SDM as method of birth spacing? How did these factors vary across the two pilot sub-districts?
• How did client’s knowledge, awareness and satisfaction of SDM change with the project intervention (in comparison with the baseline)?
• What were the reasons associated with not choosing SDM, and SDM failure including user discontinuation?
• Did the use of SDM affect SDM user and partner dynamics?
• Was SDM considered a more culturally acceptable method of birth spacing for men?
• How did health center staff knowledge and perceptions of the SDM change with this project intervention?
• To what extent do health center staff believe SDM is an effective and appropriate tool for couples?
Lessons Learned: The assessment should comment on:
• What were the lessons learned; intended and unintended benefits, best practices and any gaps in the design and implementation process?
• What are the implications for future stakeholder support activities can be extracted from those lessons learned?
Recommendations concerning appropriate strategies for scale up in similar FAITH Project activities and an outline of the more comprehensive activities and actions necessary to realize scale up.
Work to be accomplished
The evaluation team will accomplish tasks including, but not limited to:
• Initial conference with CRS staff and GHS representatives during which the team will present a proposed schedule for undertaking the evaluation for input and finalization;
• Review of relevant documentation (including project proposal, memorandum of understanding, relevant detailed implementation plans, performance indicators, baseline report, training reports, field reports, progress reports, annual reports and status reports).
• Meetings with project partners and staff ;
• Design of survey instruments and tools, as deemed appropriate to gather all information summarized in the objectives of the scope of work above.
• Site visits and meetings with GHS officials and other stakeholders including project staff, service providers (Nurses and midwives), District and Sub-district focal persons, Community Health Volunteers.
• Conduct interviews and discussions with a representative sample of communities/project beneficiaries and relevant individuals and groups in the two districts to collect information in line with the objective of the evaluation.
• Process data and information and submit a report on findings in line with proposed format outline in section E below
• Organize dissemination meeting during which the team will present the first draft of the evaluation report, highlighting key findings and recommendations.
• Produce a final report to receive clarification/input from stakeholders.
Methodology
The methodology to be employed in the evaluation should include both qualitative and quantitative methods. In addition the evaluation team may include the following:
• Review of relevant project documents: field reports, progress reports and baseline reports
• Design and administration of questionnaires and other data collection tools
• Field visits and conduct of interviews and discussions with project implementers and beneficiaries
• Analysis of information gathered
Place of Performance:
The place of performance of this evaluation shall be in FAITH Project supported static health facilities and communities across the Nalerigu and Langbensi-sub-districts.
Deliverables:
• Preliminary work plan and schedule
• Detail outline of methodology including the proposed data collection tools and guides
• Report outline highlighting major sections and themes to be covered
• Debriefings with CRS Management and partners
• Submission of draft report
• Submission of final report integrating feedback from CRS
FINAL REPORT
Final Report in hard and soft copies and the raw data in soft copy.
The final report is expected to be organized as follows:
I. Executive Summary
II. Introduction
III. Evaluation Description
IV. Summary of key findings and conclusions
V. Recommendations for scale up
VI. Annexes:
a. Scope of Work
b. Evaluation Team Members
c. List of Interviewees
d. Methodology
e. Questionnaire tools
f. Interview summaries capturing key information
Timeframe/Schedule:
The evaluation will take place in September 2014 and should be concluded within four (4) weeks of commencement. It is anticipated that the evaluation will begin September 15, 2014 and end not later October 15, 2014 for the meetings, document reviews, interviews, fieldwork, draft report writing, and debriefings with CRS and dissemination to stakeholders. The Team Leader will provide a final report to CRS no later than October 30, 2014.
Key Working Relationships:
• CRS Ghana Management and Health Programming staff
• Staff of Ghana Health Service in the project districts
• Community leaders and agents
The team leader will report directly to the Health Program Manager and work closely with the EPPICS Project, the District Field Supervisor and other relevant CRS staff.
Contractual Relationship:
The consultant selected to perform the services described herein, or others will enter into a contract with CRS outlining the roles and responsibilities of each party and other guiding statements for the dissolution or abrogation of the contract by either party
Qualification Required & Experience
The qualification, expertise and skills of consultants/evaluation team will include but not limited to:
• Advanced degree (Masters or Ph.D.) in Public Health, Social Sciences or other health-related field with a focus on Health Communications, Reproductive and Maternal health
• Minimum of five years’ experience in maternal and reproductive health and child survival programs
• Experience with and knowledge of the Ghana Health Service structures and procedures
• Experience in research and or evaluations of child survival and or other health related programs
• Experience in evaluating projects that employed positive deviance strategy will be an added advantage
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Willingness to travel within the two project districts
Location: Accra and Tamale
How To Apply For The Job
Bidding Requirements:
All bids must include the following:
• Name(s) of consultant(s) or firm and main contact
• Curriculum Vitae of lead consultant, M&E person and any others
• A brief response (one paragraph maximum) to address each of the qualifications stated above
• Quote in USD to complete the services required of this SOW
Terms of payment
Three references of current or recent clients, including telephone numbers and email addresses.
The bids should be sent by enclosed sealed letter, to the Operations Manager (Final Evaluation of FAITH Project) not later than close of business SEPTEMBER 4TH, 2014.
CRS reserves the right to select or reject any or all bids/quotes received.
CRS Contact Person
Kwasi Attuahene-Mensah
Operations Manager
Catholic Relief Services
USCCB-Ghana Program
16 Labone Crescent
P.O. Box AN 6333
Accra-North, Ghana
Tel: (233) 0302 764743/776735
Fax: (233) 0302 777099
Closing Date: 04 September, 2014