Research Manager, Ghana

IPA seeks a Research Manager to oversee a portfolio of three to five research projects in Ghana.

The Research Manager position is a unique opportunity to combine significant management experience with an involvement in cutting-edge development research. The Research Manager will join the very dynamic and passionate team of the Tamale office and will manage a portfolio of three to five research projects, each of which is staffed with a team of one or more permanent staff. At least two or three of these research projects will focus on agricultural and rural development issues, but the portfolio will also likely include projects from other sectors.

Job Description

As part of their supervisory role, the Research Manager will work closely with the various country office teams to ensure that effective support is given to projects and that projects are aligned with IPA Ghana practices. The Research Manager will also participate in IPA Ghana Management discussions and contribute to the development of new projects, policy outreach, and capacity building. This position will be based in Tamale, Ghana.

Responsibilities

The Research Manager will;

• Directly supervise project research staff, and help with transitions, on-boarding of new research staff and maintaining institutional memory of project activities;
• Work with Principle Investigators and ensure project adherence to general research design, sample selection, data management and general research protocols, and overall project management timelines;
• Keep the Country Director, and Deputy Country Director apprised of all developments on the projects within their portfolio, and serve as a key link between the field office, project staff, and Principle Investigators;
• Lead training on data management and general project management for new/incoming project research staff;
• Participate in the development of new projects, in coordination with the Country Director and the Deputy Country Director, as well as potential researchers, implementing partners, and donors;
• Promote inter-project best practices and take a lead in sharing best practices with projects through formal and informal trainings;
• Work with field office staff to ensure sound human resource and operational management of projects;
• Oversee project financial management, including creation and monitoring of project budgets, and ensuring smooth integration of projects into IPA financial systems;
• Take part in regular meetings with local government officials and other partners to ensure success of programmatic activities; and
• Support the dissemination of results via presentations and reports to academic and non-academic audiences.

Qualifications

• Masters in development economics, or a field related to international economic development or agriculture;
• At least three years’ experience in project management, management, or comparable leadership role;
• Extensive experience conducting social science or economic field research; experience in conducting field research in developing countries required. Background in randomized control trials is preferred;
• Extensive experience supervising data collection and teams of field workers, designing surveys and implementing programs;
• Extensive experience with data management and econometrics. Advanced knowledge of Stata is required;
• Experience in/knowledge of the agricultural sector is a plus;
• Cultural sensitivity and demonstrated ability to work successfully with diverse constituencies required;
• Strong quantitative, budgeting and financial management skills required;
• Experience with presenting research findings at public forums, including to non-research focused audiences.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and complete fluency in English is required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly

We are looking for a commitment period of three years for this position

HOW TO APPLY:

https://www.poverty-action.org/job/research-manager-ghana

Project Director, West Africa

Position title: Project Director, West Africa Position location: Accra, Ghana or Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
Reports to: CECI-WUSC Consortium
Contract term: 2 year contract renewable, starting April 11, 2016
Application deadline: April 3, 2016

Background:

World University Service of Canada (WUSC) is a Canadian non-profit organization with a mission to foster human development and global understanding through education and training. We are a network of professionals, students, volunteers, faculty, and community leaders who, together, provide opportunities to some of the world’s most disadvantaged youth. Our programs and services improve access to and quality of education, expand employment opportunities and foster empowerment for youth. We work with and through our southern partners – government, civil society and the private sector.

Centre for International Studies in Cooperation (CECI) is a leader within an international network of partners combating poverty and exclusion. Our main area of expertise is in the building of development capacity of local partners in 4 main areas: sustainable economic development, food security, human security and emergency response, and gender equality. Present in several countries, the CECI contributes to improving the conditions of thousands of people and changing lives, every day.

WUSC and CECI have formed a consortium led by WUSC for the design and implementation of a multi-year initiative (2016-2021) that will enhance the governance of the extractive sector and maximize its contribution to sustainable economic and social development in three West African countries (Ghana, Guinea and Burkina Faso).

Nature and Scope:

The Project Director oversees the strategic and operational implementation of WUSC and CECI’s regional initiative in West Africa. The Project Director manages relationships with key stakeholders, including with the Governments of partner countries, local partners, the private sector and the funder.

Reporting to the Consortium Management Committee comprised of the Director of Programs at WUSC and CECI, the Project Director, West Africa will:

Technical Direction & Project Management

• Provide technical and managerial direction and guidance to the initiative, in line with the project’s expected outcomes;
• Develop key project planning deliverables (i.e. Initiative Inception Plan, Annual Workplan) using results based management approaches and tools;
• Develop specific strategies for cross-cutting themes (capacity building, gender equality, private sector engagement, environmental sustainability) for the initiative;
• Maintain open and effective communication amongst the consortium and project team members in Canada and West Africa;
• Oversee day-to-day coordination and delivery of project activities in conjunction with staff, volunteers and partners;

Monitoring & Evaluation

• Establish and oversee a results monitoring system for the project;
• Regularly monitor progress towards results, ensuring appropriate course correction and iterative management;
• Work with team members to produce regular reports to key stakeholders, including the donor agency;
• Maintain regular communication with WUSC and CECI colleagues in Canada to ensure appropriate support;

Human Resources & Volunteer Management

• Manage the project teams in Ghana, Guinea and Burkina Faso;
• Supervise, guide and evaluate the work of project staff and consultants;
• Oversee human resources management issues such as employment policies and practices, in line with local law;
• Work with colleagues and partners to ensure the effective mobilization, orientation and coaching of volunteers;

Financial & Office Management

• Establish and oversee a financial management system for the project;
• Ensure that the project complies with relevant local taxation, banking controls, and labour laws;
• In conjunction with the finance team, develop and monitor the project budget and ensure regular reporting to the donor;
• Recruit, maintain and direct the required administrative and project infrastructure of staff, field offices and equipment as well as making decisions on administrative policy, planning and procedural matters;

Risk Management & Security Preparedness

• Actively assess the risk profile of the initiative; identify specific risks and appropriate mitigation strategies;
• Ensure the application and relevancy of WUSC/ CECI security policies, procedures and preparedness to the operational context of the project in West Africa;

Donor Liaison & Coordination

• Establish a strong working relationship with the Donor, including planning, capacity building and information sharing;
• Convene Project Steering and Advisory Committees at regular intervals;
• Coordinate regularly with other development actors to ensure harmonization and synergy with similar initiatives;
• Represent the Project in official communication and fora.

Qualifications and Competencies:

Education

• A post-graduate university degree in international development, project management or a relevant field.

Experience and Competencies

• A minimum of ten years of progressively more responsible assignments related to management of development initiatives;
• A minimum of five years overseas working experience, preferably in West Africa;
• Proven knowledge and experience in natural resources management, economic development and local governance;
• Demonstrated capacity to work in cross-sectoral collaboration;
• Experience managing volunteers for development considered an asset;
• Experience working with donor agencies, including a solid understanding of Results Based Management (RBM) and environmental and gender policies and reporting requirements;
• Proven technical and financial managerial and administrative and organizational skills;
• Knowledge of donor financial and narrative reporting procedures and requirements;
• Proven experience managing a large, multi-disciplinary and international team of staff and volunteers;
• Diplomatic skills and the knowledge of cross-cultural, inter-personal communication;
• Proven experience of adaptability to a challenging and constantly changing environment requiring iterative planning on a regular basis;
• Proven knowledge of and commitment to the concepts of Gender Equality;
• Experience in capacity building with local partner organizations and a commitment to a participatory partnership approach to development.

Language

• Superior oral and written skills required in English and French. Bilingualism required.

HOW TO APPLY:

WUSC and CECI are equal opportunity employers. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you wish to apply for this position, please send your resumé with a covering letter quoting reference number 16/03 to: jobs@wusc.ca.**

No telephone calls please.

Regional Finance Manager West & East Africa

We’re transforming Africa through innovative scientific training, technical advances and breakthrough discoveries!

The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS, www.nexteinstein.org) is a pan-African network of centres of excellence for postgraduate training, research and outreach in mathematical sciences. Its mission is to enable Africa's brightest students to flourish as independent thinkers, problem solvers and innovators capable of propelling Africa's future scientific, educational and economic self-sufficiency. The first AIMS centre opened in Cape Town, South Africa in 2003; since 2011, AIMS has opened additional centres in Senegal, Ghana, Cameroon and Tanzania. The goal of the AIMS Next Einstein Initiative (AIMS-NEI) is to build a pan-African network of 15 centres of excellence across the continent by 2023.

Each AIMS centre provides an intensive and broad education to over 50 African students each year and prepares them for leadership careers in academia, governance and industry. The AIMS educational program relies on top international lecturers who teach in a 24-hour learning environment. The 6th Centre of Excellence – AIMS Rwanda - is slated to open August 2016.

If you bring a collaborative spirit with a passion to affect change, consider this new opportunity as our…

Regional Finance Manager West & East Africa

In this start up role, you will be responsible to establish and maintain effective and efficient financial and administrative management of the AIMS Centre operations in West & East Africa, safeguarding and deploying its financial and administrative resources in accordance with AIMS policies, procedures and guidelines. Additionally, you will be counted on to lend your expertise as a key resource in support of network-wide financial requirements and initiatives.

Your hands-on experience includes day-to-day accounting, financial and cash flow management, budgeting and forecasting, grants management, payroll, preparation of financial statements, financial reports and regulatory reporting requirements. Additionally, you will be ready to take a lead role on all administrative aspects including purchasing, facilities management, records retention and the like to ensure smooth operations within the office environment.

You are self-directed with solid organizational skills to meet sensitive timelines; you pay close attention to the details to ensure the accuracy of your work; your exceptional interpersonal abilities will stand you in good stead to work collaboratively with a diverse team across multiple geographical boundaries, and your approachable style enables you to build and sustain effective internal and external relations.

This is a 2 year, full-time contract opportunity and based at the AIMS Centre in Accra, Ghana.

Do you have what we need?

• A university degree in finance or business administration
• An accounting designation achieved or approaching completion (CPA/CGA/CMA/CA)
• Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience
• Exceptional proficiency with ACCPAC and MS Excel; self-sufficient with MS Word
• Hands-on experience with regulatory requirements, with particular knowledge of non-profit nuances
• Bilingual (English/French) with the ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing in both official languages
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with an ability to build and manage a variety of internal and external relationships, including relationships with donors, within a multi-cultural organization
• Experience handling multi-currency transactions
• Self-directed with excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and an ability to meet deadlines
• Flexible to adapt to an evolving environment
• Experience working within a not-for profit environment (international NGO, academic institution, research centre…etc.) an asset
• Valid passport

HOW TO APPLY:

Are you ready to be a part of the transformation?

Submit your letter of motivation, including salary expectations together with a detailed CV to:careers@nexteinstein.org (Please quote “Regional Manager Finance, West & East Africa” in the subject line). Applications will be accepted until April 1, 2016.

Should no feedback be received from AIMS-NEI within four weeks of your submission, kindly accept that your application will not be further pursued. AIMS-NEI reserves the right not to make an appointment at its sole discretion.

AIMS-NEI is an equal opportunity employer.

Accounting and Auditing Specialist (Accra)

Accounting and Auditing Specialists

Ghana Partnership for Education: Funding

IBI International is seeking candidates for Accounting and Auditing Specialist positions for an anticipated project in Accra, Ghana

Background:

IBI is an international economic development consulting firm whose main client is the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The USAID/Ghana Education Office is implementing the “Partnership for Education (PFE) Project: Funding” which is geared towards ensuring that funds provided directly by USAID to the Government of Ghana and education organizations are utilized appropriately. Additionally, the project seeks to support recipients of USAID funds to establish and maintain financial management tools and systems to ensure fiscal transparency and audit readiness.

This is a position for a Ghanaian national, but citizens of other countries legally residing in Ghana may apply (salary will not change based on nationality). Salary offer will be based on salary history. The project will last five years, and the position will start in spring 2016.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Accounting and Auditing Specialists will assist USAID beneficiaries in evaluating their current accounting methods, complying with international standards, and providing financial management support pertaining to the disbursement, tracking, validation, and recording of expenditures of USAID funds, including training. Additional technical support in financial reporting and audit-readiness will also be required.

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

· Organize incoming financial information from counterparts.

· Review counterparts’ monthly/quarterly financial reports using the institutions’ accounting software and spreadsheets.

· Track compliance by PFE grant recipients, edit report documents, create training materials, process expenditures, and provide other assistance to beneficiaries in preparing financial documentation.

· Provide hands-on training by leading workshops, both in Accra and in other locations in Ghana as necessary, to build capacity of beneficiary staff.

· Build capacity of the beneficiaries in preparing a monthly management report with graphs and analysis.

· The specialists may also be tasked with various duties as required to support the overall project objectives.

Qualifications:

· Citizenship, or permanent residency of Ghana;

· Proposed candidates must have one of the following combinations. Educational degrees shall be in accounting, business administration, finance or a closely related field.

o Bachelor’s Degree with 10 years of relevant work experience;

o Master’s Degree with 7 years of relevant work experience;

o PhD degree with 5 years of relevant work experience.

· Qualified Professional Accountant or progress to similar designation (CA, CPA, ACCA, etc.);

· Experience in working with accounting software like QuickBooks;

· Solid knowledge of GAAP or IFRS accounting standards;

· Knowledge of USAID cost principles preferred;

· Experience in handling various levels of audit tasks and projects;

· Fully computer literate (proficient in Excel and other MS office suite products) and capable of using computers for training; and

· Fluent in English.

To Apply: Please send your resume and information about your earliest availability to start this position toghana@ibi-worldwide.com. Please put “Accounting and Auditing: Accra” in the subject line of the email.

For full consideration, please apply by April 4, 2016.

For more information about IBI International, please visit www.ibi-usa.com.

IBI International is an equal opportunity employer.

HOW TO APPLY:

To Apply: Please send your resume and information about your earliest availability to start this position toghana@ibi-worldwide.com. Please put “Accounting and Auditing: Accra” in the subject line of the email.

For full consideration, please apply by April 4, 2016.

Accounting and Auditing Specialist (Kumasi)

Accounting and Auditing Specialist

Ghana Partnership for Education: Funding

IBI International is seeking candidates for an Accounting and Auditing Specialist position for an anticipated project in Kumasi, Ghana

Background:

IBI is an international economic development consulting firm whose main client is the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The USAID/Ghana Education Office is implementing the “Partnership for Education (PFE) Project: Funding” which is geared towards ensuring that funds provided directly by USAID to the Government of Ghana and education organizations are utilized appropriately. Additionally, the project seeks to support recipients of USAID funds to establish and maintain financial management tools and systems to ensure fiscal transparency and audit readiness.

This is a position for a Ghanaian national, but citizens of other countries legally residing in Ghana may apply (salary will not change based on nationality). Salary offer will be based on salary history. The project will last five years, and the position will start in spring 2016.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Accounting and Auditing Specialist will assist USAID beneficiaries in evaluating their current accounting methods, complying with international standards, and providing financial management support pertaining to the disbursement, tracking, validation, and recording of expenditures of USAID funds, including training. Additional technical support in financial reporting and audit-readiness will also be required.

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

· Organize incoming financial information from counterparts.

· Review counterparts’ monthly/quarterly financial reports using the institutions’ accounting software and spreadsheets.

· Track compliance by PFE grant recipients, edit report documents, create training materials, process expenditures, and provide other assistance to beneficiaries in preparing financial documentation.

· Provide hands-on training by leading workshops, both in Kumasi and in other locations in Ghana as necessary, to build capacity of beneficiary staff.

· Build capacity of the beneficiaries in preparing a monthly management report with graphs and analysis.

· The specialists may also be tasked with various duties as required to support the overall project objectives.

Qualifications:

· Citizenship, or permanent residency of Ghana;

· Proposed candidates must have one of the following combinations. Educational degrees shall be in accounting, business administration, finance or a closely related field.

o Bachelor’s Degree with 10 years of relevant work experience;

o Master’s Degree with 7 years of relevant work experience;

o PhD degree with 5 years of relevant work experience.

· Qualified Professional Accountant or progress to similar designation (CA, CPA, ACCA, etc.);

· Experience in working with accounting software like QuickBooks;

· Solid knowledge of GAAP or IFRS accounting standards;

· Knowledge of USAID cost principles preferred;

· Experience in handling various levels of audit tasks and projects;

· Fully computer literate (proficient in Excel and other MS office suite products) and capable of using computers for training; and

· Fluent in English.

To Apply: Please send your resume and information about your earliest availability to start this position toghana@ibi-worldwide.com. Please put “Accounting and Auditing: Kumasi” in the subject line of the email.

For full consideration, please apply by April 4, 2016.

For more information about IBI International, please visit www.ibi-usa.com.

IBI International is an equal opportunity employer.

HOW TO APPLY:

To Apply: Please send your resume and information about your earliest availability to start this position to ghana@ibi-worldwide.com. Please put “Accounting and Auditing: Kumasi” in the subject line of the email.

For full consideration, please apply by April 4, 2016.

Senior Accounting and Auditing Specialist (Accra)

Senior Accounting and Auditing Specialist

Ghana Partnership for Education: Funding

IBI International is seeking candidates for a Senior Accounting and Auditing Specialist position for an anticipated project in Accra, Ghana.

Background:

IBI is an international economic development consulting firm whose main client is the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The USAID/Ghana Education Office is implementing the “Partnership for Education (PFE) Project: Funding” which is geared towards ensuring that funds provided directly by USAID to the Government of Ghana and education organizations are utilized appropriately. Additionally, the project seeks to support recipients of USAID funds to establish and maintain financial management tools and systems to ensure fiscal transparency and audit readiness.

This is a position for a Ghanaian national, but citizens of other countries legally residing in Ghana may apply (salary will not change based on nationality). Salary offer will be based on salary history. The project will last five years, and the position will start in spring 2016.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Senior Accounting and Auditing Specialist will assist USAID beneficiaries in evaluating their current accounting methods, complying with international standards, and providing financial management support pertaining to the disbursement, tracking, validation, and recording of expenditures of USAID funds, including training. Additional technical support in financial reporting and audit-readiness will also be required. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Work with COP/DCOP to review past assessments of beneficiaries’ obstacles to financial reporting, and collaborate on a capacity building plan to strengthen beneficiaries’ reporting processes.
• Ensure compliance with USAID rules/ requirements for financial reporting.
• Provide hands-on training by leading workshops, both in Accra and in other locations in Ghana as necessary, to build capacity of beneficiary staff.
• To build capacity of the beneficiaries in preparing a monthly management report with graphs and analysis.
• Supervise two accounting and auditing specialists to form a team with complimentary skillsets and roles.
• The specialist may also be tasked with various duties as required to support the overall project objectives.

Qualifications:

· Citizenship, or permanent residency of Ghana;

· Proposed candidates must have one of the following combinations. Educational degrees shall be in accounting, business administration, finance or a closely related field.

o Bachelor’s Degree with 15 years of relevant work experience;

o Master’s Degree with 12 years of relevant work experience;

o PhD degree with 10 years of relevant work experience.

· Qualified Professional Accountant or progress to similar designation (CA, CPA, ACCA, etc.);

· Experience in working with accounting software like QuickBooks;

· Solid knowledge of GAAP or IFRS accounting standards;

· Knowledge of USAID cost principles preferred;

· Experience in handling various levels of audit tasks and projects;

· Fully computer literate (proficient in Excel and other MS office suite products) and capable of using computers for training; and

· Fluent in English.

To Apply: Please send your resume and information about your earliest availability to start this position toghana@ibi-worldwide.com. Please put “Sr. Accounting and Auditing: Accra” in the subject line of the email.

For full consideration, please apply by April 4, 2016.

For more information about IBI International, please visit www.ibi-usa.com.

IBI International is an equal opportunity employer.

HOW TO APPLY:

To Apply: Please send your resume and information about your earliest availability to start this position toghana@ibi-worldwide.com. Please put “Sr. Accounting and Auditing: Accra” in the subject line of the email.

For full consideration, please apply by April 4, 2016.

Senior Accounting and Auditing Specialist (Kumasi)

Senior Accounting and Auditing Specialist

Ghana Partnership for Education: Funding

IBI International is seeking candidates for a Senior Accounting and Auditing Specialist position for an anticipated project in Kumasi, Ghana.

Background:

IBI is an international economic development consulting firm whose main client is the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The USAID/Ghana Education Office is implementing the “Partnership for Education (PFE) Project: Funding” which is geared towards ensuring that funds provided directly by USAID to the Government of Ghana and education organizations are utilized appropriately. Additionally, the project seeks to support recipients of USAID funds to establish and maintain financial management tools and systems to ensure fiscal transparency and audit readiness.

This is a position for a Ghanaian national, but citizens of other countries legally residing in Ghana may apply (salary will not change based on nationality). Salary offer will be based on salary history. The project will last five years, and the position will start in spring 2016.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Senior Accounting and Auditing Specialist will assist USAID beneficiaries in evaluating their current accounting methods, complying with international standards, and providing financial management support pertaining to the disbursement, tracking, validation, and recording of expenditures of USAID funds, including training. Additional technical support in financial reporting and audit-readiness will also be required. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Work with COP/DCOP to review past assessments of beneficiaries’ obstacles to financial reporting, and collaborate on a capacity building plan to strengthen beneficiaries’ reporting processes.
• Ensure compliance with USAID rules/ requirements for financial reporting.
• Provide hands-on training by leading workshops, both in Kumasi and in other locations in Ghana as necessary, to build capacity of beneficiary staff.
• To build capacity of the beneficiaries in preparing a monthly management report with graphs and analysis.
• Supervise two accounting and auditing specialists to form a team with complimentary skillsets and roles.
• The specialist may also be tasked with various duties as required to support the overall project objectives.

Qualifications:

· Citizenship, or permanent residency of Ghana;

· Proposed candidates must have one of the following combinations. Educational degrees shall be in accounting, business administration, finance or a closely related field.

o Bachelor’s Degree with 15 years of relevant work experience;

o Master’s Degree with 12 years of relevant work experience;

o PhD degree with 10 years of relevant work experience.

· Qualified Professional Accountant or progress to similar designation (CA, CPA, ACCA, etc.);

· Experience in working with accounting software like QuickBooks;

· Solid knowledge of GAAP or IFRS accounting standards;

· Knowledge of USAID cost principles preferred;

· Experience in handling various levels of audit tasks and projects;

· Fully computer literate (proficient in Excel and other MS office suite products) and capable of using computers for training; and

· Fluent in English.

To Apply: Please send your resume and information about your earliest availability to start this position toghana@ibi-worldwide.com. Please put “Sr. Accounting and Auditing: Kumasi” in the subject line of the email.

For full consideration, please apply by April 4, 2016.

For more information about IBI International, please visit www.ibi-usa.com.

IBI International is an equal opportunity employer.

HOW TO APPLY:

To Apply: Please send your resume and information about your earliest availability to start this position toghana@ibi-worldwide.com. Please put “Sr. Accounting and Auditing: Kumasi” in the subject line of the email.

For full consideration, please apply by April 4, 2016.