Public Private Partnership Advisor, Accra Central, Ghana

About FHI 360

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology; creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Public Private Partnership Advisor, Ghana

Project Description

Ghana Innovating is a five-year activity aiming to increase public action to improve reading outcomes among students in KG-P3. This will be accomplished through (1) increasing public awareness of Ghana's reading crisis, the importance of reading and the benefits of the Government of Ghana's approach to improving reading; (2) supporting the implementation of evidence-based, context-appropriate activities to improve reading levels by a broad range of stakeholders; and (3) developing and implementing a multi-pronged social and behavioral communications campaign in support of (1) and (2).

Position is contingent upon receipt of donor funding and based in Accra, Ghana.

Job Summary / Responsibilities

The Public Private Partnership Advisor will lead the implementation of project activities of the PPP component. S/he will focus on providing the most complete possible contribution to the development of partnerships between the private and public sectors as well as the sustainability of the project activities. S/he will provide technical expertise on public-private partnership issues, such as the development of strategies for outreach to the private sector. The selected candidate will have extensive experience in program management and a good understanding of the issues in the public and private sectors and education sectors in Ghana. He/She will also work closely with the Ministries and other stakeholders of the project.

Qualifications

• A Degree in business administration, economics, finance, agribusiness, or another relevant discipline from an accredited university, with preference for candidates possessing a Master's degree or higher;
• At least 7 years of experience in Ghana, preferably in investment or economic development, or with business associations;
• A proven ability to identify high-value partnerships with private and public sector stakeholders and to leverage private investment towards addressing public needs;
• A proven ability to work collaboratively with and lead negotiations and reach a consensus among several private and public sector stakeholders;
• Ability to work independently and effectively within tight deadlines;
• Experience designing capacity building events and facilitating training sessions for a variety of audiences.

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

We offer competitive compensation and an outstanding benefit package. Please visit FHI 360's Career Center at http://www.fhi360.org/careers for a list of all open positions.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.