National Development Planning Commission Resource Mobilisation and Partnerships Officer Jobs in Ghana
National Development Planning Commission Resource Mobilisation and Partnerships Officer Jobs in Ghana
Job Purpose Under the overall guidance and direction of the DG, develop and implement a partnership and resource mobilization strategy with positioning strategies for the Commission
Duties and Responsibilities
Identify innovative funding sources and potential partners
Design state-of-the-art resource mobilization policies and procedures that represent best practices and in compliance with the host organization’s requirements and are in sync with the values of the Commission and the host organization
Develop and implement an effective strategy and tools for creating strategic partnerships and mobilizing financial resources from donors, development partners, individuals and other stakeholders.
Develop an annual resource mobilization plan and work closely with the Divisions to define and agree on specific fundraising targets and events for the year
Develop and maintain a comprehensive database on key existing and potential donors: their priorities or areas of interest for financial support; criteria and guidelines for providing grants; and donor policies that may have impact on funding for NDPC now or in the future
Develop and maintain a tracking system for follow-up on financial commitments made by development agencies and partners with a view to ensuring that pledges are met
Prepare reports in consultation with the relevant divisions and Accounts in a timely manner
Identify and pursue opportunities for strategic partnerships by organizing targeted partners’ meetings, campaigns and events with a view to increasing the visibility and influence of the Commission
Develop a portfolio of partners and maintain open channels for regular dialogue with potential donors and partners
Strengthen relationships with existing partners through timely and transparent communication that fosters trust; and identify and build new relationships with other development agencies, bilateral and multi-lateral development institutions, private sector and civil society organizations
Review, and
assess regularly, the health of the Commission’s relationship with existing partners, provide guidance on relationship management and strengthening partnerships
Provide the D-G with regular briefs on resource mobilization status and proposals for new strategic partnerships
Perform any other duties as may be assigned by Directors and Director-General
Qualification and Experience
Must possess a minimum of a Master’s degree in Business, International Studies, Communications or equivalent
Membership of a recognised and relevant professional body
A minimum of nine (9) years’ post qualification experience of which at least three (3) years have been in senior management
Pass a competitive selection interview conducted by the Commission in consultation with PSC
Experience in resource mobilization, strategic partnerships and marketing with demonstrated success in all aspects of resource mobilization (targeting, proposal writing, sales, negotiation, reporting)
Knowledge of both national and international development issues
Demonstrable evidence of experience and previous work involving strategic planning
Demonstrable experience in research and policy analysis
Demonstrated capacity to generate and implement new ideas.
Excellent skills on resource mobilization and donor fund administration
Knowledge in ICT including Microsoft Office suite and statistical analysis softwares
Competencies in:
Various donor requirements and proven ability to develop and write convincing and winning grants proposals within the required timeframe
Developing and implementing a resource mobilization strategy; and experience in managing and reporting on grants
The ability to build new partnerships with potential donors and partners while at the same time strengthening and managing existing relationships;
Monitoring, measuring, evaluation methodologies
The conduct of research, data analysis and interpretation
Microsoft Office suite and the use of the internet
Communication, Interpersonal and Presentation Skills
Qualitative and Quantitative Analytical Skills
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; National Development Planning Commission Resource Mobilisation and Partnerships Officer Jobs in Ghana
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