{Millennium Villages Project,Bolgatanga-Upper East Region,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

The Millennium Villages Project, supported by Millennium Promise Alliance and the Earth Institute at Columbia University, is a bottom-up approach to lift developing country villages out of the poverty trap that afflicts more than a billion people worldwide. The Millennium Villages team of experts in Agriculture, Nutrition and Health, Economics, Energy, Water, Agribusiness, Environment and Information Technology are working with local communities and governments to apply a proven holistic package of interventions to help villages get out of extreme poverty and meet the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).

With support from Savannah Accelerated Development Authority (SADA) and funding from the Department for International Development (DFID) of the United Kingdom, a SADA Millennium Village has been established in parts of the West Mamprusi, Mamprugu Moaduri and Builsa South Districts of the Northern and Upper East Regions of Ghana. The project area covers a cluster of contiguous rural communities with an estimated population of 25,000 people.

Job Summary

•   JOB TITLE: Health Coordinator
•   UNIT: SADA Millennium Villages Project
•   LOCATION: Bolga Upper East Region-Northern Ghana

Purpose of the position

The role of the Health Coordinator will be to implement the comprehensive MVP interventions for health resulting in the successful attainment of the millennium development goals.

Responsibilities/Duties

The Duties and Responsibilities of the Health Coordinator will be as follows:

Health system coordination & strategy implementation

•   Implement the comprehensive MVP interventions for health resulting in the successful attainment of the millennium development goals
•   Implement successfully a household-level program driven by trained, equipped, paid and supervised community health workers
•   Support mobile and e-health activities to facilitate rapid response in household-level interventions by community health workers
•   Support water, sanitation and hygiene activities
•   Draw up high quality work plans and related budgets to ensure alignment with project strategy, technical guidelines and agreed annual program prioritie
•   Periodically review progress in the implementation of the work plan in liaison with team leader and MDG Health Systems Advisor

Technical team supervision management

•   Manage a team of health facilitators/professionals implementing interventions in nutrition, child health, maternal health, reproductive health, adolescent health, malaria, tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS.
•   Mentor health sector staff directly in MVP and within the GHS and provide them with the necessary support to enable them carry out their responsibilities
•   Conduct annual and semi annual appraisal of staff and make recommendations for renewal of their contracts
•   Be a member of the leadership team of SADA MVP

M&E system operational research strengthening

•   Supervise the collection of vital statistics and ensure accurate recording of births and deaths for our target population, particularly children and pregnant women, at community-level
•   Coordinate data collection and information management on monitoring and evaluation of health interventions.
•   Monitor on-going operations research projects in the field, and share lessons and results with other sites
•   Conduct technical review and make requests to implement non-budgeted activities and make recommendations to Millennium Promise Operations team

Collaboration of technical partners (UNICEF, etc)

•   Effectively leverage implementation of health interventions on on-going operations and activities by other active partners in and around the cluster.
•   Effectively communicate health intervention plans, lessons learned and emerging findings to government, NGOs, Private Sector, WHO, UNICEF, UNAIDS, WFP, GFATM, Red Cross etc.

Active engagement of key policy stakeholders (GHS, NHIS, etc)

•   Establish and maintain contacts with key people in ministries of health and planning, and relevant district officials
•   Lead regional efforts to lobby and advocate for strategies and policies (local, district and national) that are consistent with the MVP approach

Qualification Required & Experience

•   The incumbent should have a minimum of health science degree, either Bachelors of Medicine, Nursing, with additional public health education
•   S/he should have demonstrated broad understanding of international development and public health policy with expertise in public health systems in sub-Saharan Africa
•   S/he should have at least 5 years of qualification experience with collaborative projects, managing large projects with many partners and stake holders preferably in international organizations
•   S/he should have excellent skills in implementation research and data analysis
•   S/he should have highly developed organization skills, grants and article writing skills and oral communication skills, in English
•   S/he needs good inter- personnel skills, leadership skills and managing well in fast paced environment, thriving in multicultural settings
•   S/he should have technical/team management experience
•   S/he should have track record of having constructive working relationships with senior government officials, academics and technical experts in health and other related or inter-sectoral fields.
•   S/he should demonstrate a broad understanding of national policies and actors, and the technical content of available interventions.
•   S/he should demonstrate the effective use of survey data and routine monitoring information to identify gaps; the ability to flexibly and responsively problem solve; and strong facilitation and team management skills.

Location: Bolgatanga, Upper East Region

How To Apply For The Job

Terms of offer
MVP offers a competitive salary with an excellent benefits package. The employment contract is for a period of one year with the possibility of renewal. MVP prides itself on its collegial, supportive and gender sensitive working environment and believes that staff diversity promotes excellence. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applications
Applicants should apply by email, sending a cover letter summarizing their relevance to this position, a full C.V. and names and contact information of three referees knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to: SADA.MVP@millenniumpromise.org with copy to employment@mdgwca.org and Jacob.ubindam@millenniumpromise.org

Closing Date: 18 November, 2013

•   “Application for SADA MVP Health Coordinator” should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email message.
•   Applications will be considered until 18th November, 2013
•   Only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

We invite you to learn more about us at:

www.millenniumvillages.org
www.millenniumpromise.org
www.unmillenniumproject.org
www.mdgcentre.org

{Centre for Scientific Research Into Plant Medicine,Mampong-Akuapem,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

The Centre for Scientific Research into Plant Medicine, Mampong-Akuapem is an agency under the Ministry of Health with a mandate to undertake research and development in plant medicine.

DUTIES FOR

•   Phytochemical analysis of herbal products,
•   Development of new herbal products
•   Standardisation of herbal products of CSRPM
•   Formulation and Preparation of herbal capsules and other dosage forms for clinical use.
•   Any other duties assigned by the Executive Director.

SALARY AND CONDITION OF SERVICE

Shall be subjected to the Single Spine Salary Structure and Conditions of Service of Senior Officers of the Centre.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   BSc. Biochemistry / Chemistry/Pharmacy with three (3) years working experience in relevant field

Location: Mampong-Akuapem

How To Apply For The Job

All applications containing detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of Birth Certificates/Academic certificates, should be submitted to the address below:

The Executive Director
CSRPM
P. O. Box 73
Mampong-Akuapem

Closing Date: 14 November, 2013

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

{Marie Stopes International,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

MSI’s goal is to meet the needs of the underserved and dramatically improve access to the use of family planning and other reproductive health services. MSIG is part of Marie Stopes International’s Global Partnership, which operates in over 43 countries worldwide.

The Regional Project Coordinator (RPC) will assist the Project Manager to implement the youth project. The project’s major components include: community mobilisation (nation-wide), training and accreditation of Marie Stopes International Ghana (MSIG) clinical staff and facilities the Blue Star Network and public sector health centres to be “youth friendly”, and sexual and reproductive health service delivery through the accredited facilities.

Key responsibilities

•   Develop strong relationships with key project partners including Ghana Health Service (GHS) at the regional and district levels, local community leaders and other partners identified over the course of implementation
•   Facilitate community entry in targeted communities and maintain good relationships with community leaders over the life of the project (in collaboration with the Communication and Marketing team)
•   Work with Community and Zonal Marketing agents (CMAs/ZMAs) to deliver project results (in collaboration with MSIG’s Communication and Marketing
•   Participate in the development of action plans, budget preparation, and provide assistance to implement them to achieve Youth project goals and planned results.
•   Conduct monitoring visits to youth project activities in the region and submit reports of such visits to ensure quality supervision and monitoring leading to improvement in program delivery.
•   Coordinate periodic reviews, including quarterly reviews to identify success stories relating to the project and areas of improvement.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor’s Degree in Allied health sciences, public health or social sciences/ development studies required
•   Other professional qualifications, ideally in project management desired

Experience/Skills

The candidate must have:

•   At least 5 years of relevant post-graduation work experience
•   Demonstrated strong project management skills for projects of a similar size and scale
•   Experience in working with young people (e.g. behaviour change communication activities, marketing activities, peer educator programmes, etc.)
•   Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; able to write high quality reports
•   Experience in working for and with international NGOs (or multilateral or bilateral agencies such as the UN)
•   Must be pro-choice

Location: Accra, Kumasi, Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

These are all local positions. Interested Non-Ghanaians must therefore have the necessary legal permits required to work in Ghana.

For any of the positions applied for, please label application and email with the exact preferred job title and location, for example (Regional Coordinator Youth, Accra etc.).

Interested and qualified applicants should send their applications addressed to:

The Head Human Resource and Admin
Marie Stopes Int. Ghana
PMB 267, Accra

Or by

e-mail through: recruitments@mariestopes.org.gh

Closing Date: 08 November, 2013

{Keegan Resources (Ghana) Ltd,Ashanti Region,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

Keegan Resources (Ghana) Ltd. Is a fully-owned subsidiary of Asanko Gold Inc., a Canadian junior resources company in gold exploration with the aim of developing into the next major gold producer in Ghana and West Africa. The vision of Asanko is to become a mid – tier gold mining company that maximizes value for all stakeholders.

This vision will be achieved over the next 3 -5 years by building a high performance organization with the development and commissioning of its flagship Esaase Gold Project. in Ghana, to a design production capacity of 200000 oz per annum by Q4 2015 and to grow the business to achieve a minimum production rate of 400000 oz per annum by Q1 2018.

Job Summary

Keegan Resources (Ghana) ltd wishes to recruit an experienced Advanced Life Support (ALS) Paramedic at its flagship Esaase Gold Project (EGP), which is transitioning through development to steady-state operation. Reporting to the Manager – Safety Health and Environment (SHE).

This senior role will require the successful candidate to develop and implement the emergency medical response program at the EGP and participate in the development and implementation of other SHE programs. The successful candidate will work with the site medical team to ensure a fully integrated medical function at the EGP.

This is a challenging and professionally rewarding opportunity that will allow the successful candidate to really make a mark. Success in this role will be measured by the effectiveness of implemented SHE programs, especially those involving emergency medical response.
This is a permanent position with a competitive work roster resident in a single status camp environment. The Esaase Camp facilities include fully serviced air-conditioned rooms, laundry service, wet mess, sporting facilities (gym, volleyball/basketball and pool tables) and Wi-Fi access.

The remuneration package includes an attractive salary and performance based incentive payments.

Qualification Required & Experience

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced ALS Paramedic to put their stamp on a
greenfields operation. Having worked in a comparable environment, you will bring a wealth of experience in developing and’ implementing the emergency medical response program and participating in the development and implementation of other SHE programs. The following minimum qualifications and experience will be required:

•   Qualification and registration with a recognized National professional body as an ALS Paramedic;
•   BLS, ACLS and PHTLS qualifications updated within the past 3 years;
•   Minimum of three (3) years post qualification experience in the provision of ALS services on a mine, oil and gas or other industrial site;
•   Qualification and or experience in primary health care in tropical countries will be an advantage;
•   Qualification and experience as a First Aid training instructor will be an advantage;
•   Qualification and experience in extrication, fire and Hazmat response will be an advantage;
•   Good computer skills and the ability to perform relevant administrative and reporting functions;
•   A strong desire to involve, coach and develop other members of the medical team in order to ensure an efficient and integrated emergency medical response for the EGP;
•   Fluency in English;
•   Driving license.

Location: Esaase,  Ashanti Region

How To Apply For The Job

SELECTION PROCESS
Eligible candidates selected after the interview process will be evaluated for suitability through profiling the behavioural characteristics to assess their organisational fit in terms of Asanko’s values and culture. The company recommends processes such as Belbin’s team role mapping to assess the individual’s tendency to behave, contribute and interrelate with others in the workplace will be used to determine suitability. Other processes will be used to assess suitability in fitting in with the high performance organisational culture aspects such as:

•   Productive work relations (an approach that expects leaders to establish and maintain productive work relations where people can contribute to their full potential).
•   Positive and engaging culture (an approach to establish and maintain conditions to foster high engagement and commitment).

In addition to suitability, the capability of candidates will be assessed in terms of candidates’ ability to handle the current level of work complexity and the greater complexity demanded of higher managerial positions in their future working career in the parent company. When candidates have the cognitive ability to handle complexity – now and in the future, all training and development efforts will be supportive of their career growth. Processes like the Career Growth Review (CGR) or Career Path Appreciation (CPA) results will be used in assessing the individual’s ability to handle managerial complexity now and in future.

Suitably qualified persons with the requirements stated above and who are interested in the selection process outlined should submit applications together with detailed curriculum vitae and proof of qualifications to:

The Manager – Organisational Capability
Keegan Resources (Ghana) Ltd.,
Esaase Gold Project,
No.4, Sir Arku Korsah Road, Airport Residential Area,
P. O. Box CT 6153, Accra-Ghana

or

Email: applicants@asanko.com

Closing Date: 28 October, 2013

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

Background
An independent and fast-growing company with national and international commitments is looking for a dynamic and outstanding individual to take up the role of Senior Program Officer (Environment Health and Safety). The official Languages is English. The location of the role is Accra with internal and occasional external travels.

Job Objective
The objective of the role is to plan, coordinate and execute environmental, health and safety programs either as stand alone or as integrated programs while assisting the business development and operations team to achieve business growth and performance targets.

Job Scope

•   Support  tender  processing  and  project  development  activities  including  budgeting  and proposal  preparation.
•   Plan and execute EHS projects and programs according to corporate specifications and guidelines.
•   Coordinate and monitor activities of internal and external experts and specialists.
•   Prepare work plans, perform site investigations, and collect, process and evaluate data during the program implementation.
•   Regularly   prepare   periodic   reports   regarding   project   status   and   timely   bringing recommendations, risks and opportunities to the attention of management for action.
•   Identify  business  opportunities  and  assist  the  business  development  team  to  develop and implement these opportunities for business growth.
•   Accompany  program  and  business  development  teams  to  meetings,  workshops  and forums

Remuneration and Benefits
Attractive remuneration and benefits, and  significant  career  exposure  and  training  opportunities exist for the successful candidate.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Must have the ability to meet all the expectations in the representative scope of work above
•   Must possess a good first degree (or equivalent) or higher in relevant disciple including engineering, physical / applied sciences, natural resource management, and development studies
•   Must possess 3 – 5 years work experience
•   Must have excellent computer, presentation and writing skills
•   Must be goal oriented and have the ability to meet tight deadlines at short notice
•   Must be passionate about protecting the Environment and saving Lives

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants must send their CVs and Letters of Application to:

ehsjobs@hotmail.com

Closing Date: 25 October, 2013

{Strengthening Health Outcomes Through The Private Sector (SHOPS),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,29 Oct-2013};

The Strengthening Health Outcome through the Private Sector (SHOPS) project works globally to Increase the role of the private sector in the sustainable provision and use of Family Planning/ Reproductive Health, HV/AIDS, Maternal and Child Health and related information, products and services. SHOPS builds upon decades of USAID support and leadership in private health programming with an emphasis on exploring and advancing private sector innovations.

Job Summary

DETAILED SCOPE OF WORK

•   Participate in developing a training plan to reach a range of private sector health providers including: doctors, nurses, midwives, pharmacists, Licensed Chemical Sellers (LCS), LCS assistants, and community-based sales agents/distributors.
•   Participate In the adaptation of existing malaria training module for Licensed Chemical Sellers and their shop assistants.
•   Coordinate with Pharmacy Council to roll out a nationwide training program for Licensed Chemical Sellers.
•   Coordinate and participate in the implementation of supportive supervision for Licensed Chemical Sellers aimed at improving their quality of service.
•   Coordinate the implementation of activities aimed at promoting National Health Insurance accreditation among Licensed Chemical Sellers.
•   Liaise with National Malaria Control Program and other relevant partners on all aspects of program implementation.
•   Monitor the work of research firms contracted to provide caregiver/household surveys, retail audits, provider surveys, focus group discussions, etc.
•   Conduct field visits to monitor the implementation of program activities.
•   Any other duties assigned by your supervisor

Qualification Required & Experience

•   University degree in a health related field
•   At least 2 years of public health program management or Implementation experience</li>
•   Previous experience working with USAID- funded projects a plus

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested persons should send their application letter and CV to:

shopsghana@gmail.com

Closing Date: 18 October, 2013

{Korle Bu Teaching Hospital,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,29 Oct-2013};

Korle Bu Teaching Hospital is an agency of the Ministry of Health responsible for the provision of tertiary health care in the country.

To provide overall leadership, coordination, direction and supervision of the operations of the Hospital

Duties and Responsibilities

•   Provide strategic leadership and direction for day-to-day Management and Administration of the Hospital.
•   Ensure effective collaboration and co-ordination of all units, Departments and sub- BMCs within the Hospital, the College of Health Sciences and other Health Training Institutions on the Korle Bu Campus.
•   Formulate and implement internal policies and programmes of the Hospital.
•   Ensure effective financial management and preparation and submission of relevant reports to the Board.
•   Perform any other duty that may be assigned by the Board and the Ministry from time to time.

Duration
The Applicant should be able to serve at least a full term of four years (4) years before reaching the compulsory retirement age.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum of a Master’s 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 within 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 policies and procedures

Skills and Abilities

•   Computer literacy
•   Leadership Skills
•   Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
•   A good team player
•   Good analytical skills
•   Business and Financial Acumen

Personal Qualities

•   Creative and innovative
•   Tenacity, integrity and positive motivational approach to people management and development

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications should be forwarded not later than 30th October, 2013 together with relevant supporting documents, a statement of applicant’s vision for the Hospital, cv and names and addresses of three (3) referees to:

THE BOARD CHAIRMAN
KORLE BU TEACHING HOSPITAL
P.O.BOX KB 77
KORLE BU – ACCRA

Closing Date: 30 October, 2013

{Ghana AIDS Commission,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,29 Oct-2013};

JOB PURPOSE

•   To plan, coordinate and oversee the technical dimensions of the overall national response including prevention and control of HIV and AIDS, clinical care and support of key populations and people living with HIV and programmes aimed at reducing the socio-economic Impact of the epidemic.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•   Advises the Commission on the development of the epidemic and its consequences relating to intervention strategies for the prevention, treatment and care of PLHIV and key populations.
•   Establishes technical priorities in order to use available resources most effectively
•   Provides leadership in the coordination of key partners local and international to ensure harmonization and alignment for a sustainable national response
•   Provides overall coordination among all decentralized impIementers via the
•   Technical Support Units and Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies to ensure cost-effectiveness and avoid duplication
•   Identifies needs for technical assistance for the national HIV response and coordinate its implementation
•   Provides strategic technical oversight into the planning and co-ordination of the preparation of technical reports on Implementation of the operational plans
•   Establishes strong linkages with Ministries, Depat1ments and Agencies as well as the private sector and other allied institutions, locally and internationally, to promote effective execution of the technical functions of the Commission
•   Co-ordinates and liaises with the health sector (MOH/GHS/NACP) in the planning and review of technical services related to prevention, treatment, care and support for PLHIV and key populations
•   Identifies needs for technical and medical support for treatment of PLHIV and key populations.
•   Leads technical working groups to provide information on best technical and clinical practice, and makes materials available to ensure sufficient coverage and quality of Interventions.
•   Analyses policies, strategies, procedures and dates provided by Policy and Planning Division, and advises on intervention areas that need review.
•   Provides support in the monitoring and evaluation of technical sub-projects executed by implementing partners.
•   Supports the development and promotion of I ECIBCC materials.
•   Represents the Ghana AIDS Commission at technical fora organised for deliberations on topical technical matters.
•   Support resource mobilization by actively participating in providing technical assistance in proposal development.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Must have a postgraduate degree in Medicine, Public Health, Laboratory Science. or any of the Health Sciences with knowledge of the epidemiology of HIV/AIDS, its treatment and clinical management.
•   A minimum of ten (10) years relevant post-qualification working experience in the public, private or the NGO sectors. five (5) years of which should have been in senior management position.
•   Must have effective leadership and analytical skills, and should have a considerable technical knowledge and commitment to HIV/AIDS issues.
•   Must be proficient in the use of computer and internet

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications should be submitted together with a brief statement of the applicant’s vision for the position, curriculum vitae, office and residential telephone numbers, e-mail and addresses of three (3) referees to the address below by October 25, 2013

THE DIRECTOR-GENERAL
GHANA AIDS COMMISSION
4TH FLOOR, GHANA OLYMPIC COMMIITEE BUILDING
ADJACENT RIDGE HOSPITAL

Tel: 0302-919263  /  0302-919259
E-mail: info@ghanaids.gov.gh

Closing Date: 25 October, 2013

{Sanford World Clinics Ghana,Cape Coast,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,29 Oct-2013};

In 2007, Sanford Health launched an initiative to develop a series of pediatric clinics in areas in the U.S. and around the world that lack sufficient primary care services. In many developing countries, however, the most effective way to improve the health of children is treating the entire family. To accommodate this need, Sanford expanded its mission to include the potential for hundreds of community clinics to serve millions of people. Formed upon Sanford’s century-long commitment to providing comprehensive health care in the Midwestern United States, The Sanford World Clinics represent the organization’s international commitment to health and healing.

Sanford World Clinics – Ghana is currently seeking a Prescriber for our growing clinic in Cape Coast.

This is an employed position responsible for responding to the medical/health presented by patients to include history taking, diagnosis, investigation, treatment and referral as appropriate.

Come be a pare of a progressive health care organization!

Qualification Required & Experience

•   MBChB from an approved and accredited medical training school
•   Must have a valid and available License
•   Must have completed 2 years housemanship and in good standing with GMDC

Location: Cape Coast

How To Apply For The Job

Please send letter of interest and curriculum vitae to:

hrworldclinics@sanfordhealth.org

Closing Date: 25 October, 2013

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,29 Oct-2013};

A reputable consultancy firm in Accra is searching for professionals to fill the following vacant position:- Occupational Health and Safety Officer

Qualification Required & Experience

•   0 – 5 years working experience

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified applicants should kindly call 0244-518945 to schedule for a job interview

Closing Date: 07 October, 2013