School for Life NGO Jobs in Ghana
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Position: District Field Officer (Multiple)
Location: Multiple (Regions: Northern, North-East, Savannah, Upper East and Upper West)
Reports to: Project Coordinator
Duration: Minimum of 2 years (with possibility of extension)
Job Summary:
This position is a full-time field-based position. The position holder shall be based in a designated district in the Northern, North-East, Savannah, Upper East or Upper West regions.
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He/she shall be responsible for the day-to-day implementation of project activities in the designated districts and project communities including community/citizen mobilization, district and community stakeholder engagements. He/She shall work closely with project staff to ensure planned activities (including capacity building of citizens groups) are effectively and efficiently implemented.
Key Responsibilities:
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Carry out project activity implementation with the support of the Project Coordinator and technical advisors
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Lead the mobilisation of citizens and youth groups as well as other key stakeholders at the district and community levels
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Provide ongoing support to the citizens and youth groups in the generation if evidence for advocacy engagements at local and national levels
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Coordinate and collaborate with the district and local authorities, NGOs, CBO’s and other relevant stakeholders in the district in the implementation of project activities
-
Responsible for communities’ involvement and the implementation of project activities in the designated districts
-
Facilitate stakeholder engagement and advocacy activities at the district level with support of the programme team
-
Establish and maintain a network of contacts with traditional authorities, MMDA’s, citizens groups and community representatives in the district
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Prepare and submit quality and timely activity, monthly, quarterly and situational reports to the Project Coordinator
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Responsible for the monitoring and learning tasks within the designated districts, responsible for data collection at community and district level
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Represent SfL in relevant forums and networks at district level and share information and lessons learned
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Responsible for the security and safety of project assets at the district
Qualification, Skills and Experience:
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A first degree in education, development studies, social science, or other relevant qualification from a recognized university
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At least 3 years’ post qualification experience in the NGO or CSO sector with focus on education interventions in Ghana
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Knowledge and experience in activity planning and budgeting
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Community mobilization, advocacy and stakeholder engagement skills
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Knowledge and experience in project monitoring and reporting
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Should be able to ride a motorbike in difficult terrains
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Must be a strong team player
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Diligent and able to self-initiate
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Ability to communicate clearly both in writing and verbally
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Ability to multitask and work under tight deadlines
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Fluent in at least one of the local languages used in the program area
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High skills in ICT, Microsoft Suite, internet and the use of social media for communication
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1. Patiently scroll down and read the job description below.
2. Scroll down and find how to apply or mode of application for this job after the job description.
3. Carefully follow the instructions on how to apply.
4. Always apply for a job by attaching CV with a Cover Letter / Application Letter.
Position: District Field Officer (Multiple)
Location: Multiple (Regions: Northern, North-East, Savannah, Upper East and Upper West)
Reports to: Project Coordinator
Duration: Minimum of 2 years (with possibility of extension)
Job Summary:
This position is a full-time field-based position. The position holder shall be based in a designated district in the Northern, North-East, Savannah, Upper East or Upper West regions.
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He/she shall be responsible for the day-to-day implementation of project activities in the designated districts and project communities including community/citizen mobilization, district and community stakeholder engagements. He/She shall work closely with project staff to ensure planned activities (including capacity building of citizens groups) are effectively and efficiently implemented.
Key Responsibilities:
-
Carry out project activity implementation with the support of the Project Coordinator and technical advisors
-
Lead the mobilisation of citizens and youth groups as well as other key stakeholders at the district and community levels
-
Provide ongoing support to the citizens and youth groups in the generation if evidence for advocacy engagements at local and national levels
-
Coordinate and collaborate with the district and local authorities, NGOs, CBO’s and other relevant stakeholders in the district in the implementation of project activities
-
Responsible for communities’ involvement and the implementation of project activities in the designated districts
-
Facilitate stakeholder engagement and advocacy activities at the district level with support of the programme team
-
Establish and maintain a network of contacts with traditional authorities, MMDA’s, citizens groups and community representatives in the district
-
Prepare and submit quality and timely activity, monthly, quarterly and situational reports to the Project Coordinator
-
Responsible for the monitoring and learning tasks within the designated districts, responsible for data collection at community and district level
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-
Represent SfL in relevant forums and networks at district level and share information and lessons learned
-
Responsible for the security and safety of project assets at the district
Qualification, Skills and Experience:
-
A first degree in education, development studies, social science, or other relevant qualification from a recognized university
-
At least 3 years’ post qualification experience in the NGO or CSO sector with focus on education interventions in Ghana
-
Knowledge and experience in activity planning and budgeting
-
Community mobilization, advocacy and stakeholder engagement skills
-
Knowledge and experience in project monitoring and reporting
-
Should be able to ride a motorbike in difficult terrains
-
Must be a strong team player
-
Diligent and able to self-initiate
-
Ability to communicate clearly both in writing and verbally
-
Ability to multitask and work under tight deadlines
-
Fluent in at least one of the local languages used in the program area
-
High skills in ICT, Microsoft Suite, internet and the use of social media for communication
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