Advisor: Resource Governance - GIZ Ghana

The “Governance for Inclusive Development” (GovID) programme supports the implementation at both the local and the national level.
In order to achieve this, the programme implements measures in five areas of intervention and among them is the strengthening of accountability mechanisms for budgetary implementation. Under this is the Accountability Component which focuses on internal audit processes and accountability at both national and subnational levels.

Scope of the Role

Responsible for implementing work plan related to Extractive industries stakeholders in Ghana. This will involve improving transparency, enhancing the accountability of institutions, and capacity support at all levels to achieve transparency and accountability of companies and institutions involved in the
extractive sector.

• Development of concepts, and monitoring the implementation of project/ programme plans and activities in close consultation with other advisors, management and partners
• Give technical advice to PIAC, GAS, and GHEITI and support in training in the area of revenue generation, revenue management and contracting in the field of extractive industries
• Prepare, implement and document training events, workshops, forums, team meetings and other project activities
• Develop and maintain contact with relevant stakeholders in the extractive sector
• Work on effective mechanisms to build public awareness on core processes and reports by PIAC, GAS and GHEITI to ensure they are documented.
• Participate in meetings, seminars and workshops etc.
• Perform other duties and tasks at the request of management
  
  

Qualification Required & Experience

• Masters/MSc Degree in an area related to Resource Governance.
• Knowledge of and/or experience dealing with fiscal governance and extractive industries, including fiscal regimes and contractual arrangements between companies and Government agencies
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• At least three (3) years of professional experience
• Working experience with GIZ, similar development organizations and local government actors
• Ability to perform a variety of specialized tasks related to design, planning and implementation of the programme, managing data, and reporting;
• Motivated team player with an organized, independent, systematic, proactive, detail- and goal-oriented work approach. Ability to quickly grasp complex issues
• Ability to express yourself well both verbally and in writing;
• Excellent knowledge of the English language

Location: Accra