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Project Technical Officer - Ghana (national staff)

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Sectors Terrestrial / Aquatic Ecology & Conservation

Location Ghana - Africa
Salary Range Dependent on Experience
Type Fixed Term and Permanent Roles
Status Full Time
Level Senior Level
Deadline 20/02/2009
Company Name International Network for Bamboo and Rattan (INBAR)
Contact Name INBAR Human Resource Officer
Email lhe@inbar.int
Website Further Details / Applications
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Description
IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

As Project Technical Officer (PTO) you will:

? Contribute to the implementation of the EC project by providing assistance to the NPC in Ghana, specifically

  • Assisting the NPC to coordinate the project activities in Ghana together with partners and associates
  • Being responsible for planning and implementation of technical aspects of the project in Ghana
  • Monitoring the progress of the project in Ghana
  • Helping make the annual workplan for the project in Ghana
  • Helping report on progress and outputs

? Be a member of the national project management unit in Ghana

? Foster collaboration and synergy with other organizations and partners outside INBAR

? Provide specific expertise for the field activities of the project in Ghana

? Carry out activities within other INBAR projects as appropriate

? Assist the NPC with public relations with governments, EC and other international organization and NGOs

Experience and qualifications

? At least 6 years relevant project experience and Knowledge of natural resource, biomass energy and SMEs development

? Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and local language(s)

? Intercultural mentality and ability to work with/manage teams

? Strong interpersonal and networking skills

? Ability and willingness to travel to project sites, including rural areas

The successful candidate will be based in Kumasi, Ghana, and report to the National Project Coordinator. A competitive salary will be provided. He/she will be appointed for an initial period of one year, renewable/extendable up to a total of 4 years based on performance and availability of funds. 

To apply please send your cv/resume and letter of application describing your interest in and suitability for the position to Ms He Lin (lhe@inbar.int), from whom further details of the position can also be obtained. We thank all candidates for their applications, but only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

Closing date for receipt of applications: 20 Feburary 2009

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