Sightsavers Programme Officer Jobs in Ghana

Sightsavers Programme Officer Jobs in Ghana

Purpose of role as Programme Officer

The opportunity is responsible for supporting the implementation of in country programmes and participating in the full lifecycle of projects. The Ghana country office is looking for an experienced Programme Officer to join their team, reporting to the Senior Programme Manager.

About the role of Programme Officer

The Programme Officer supports the following areas, examples are not exhaustive:

Within programme management the role supports the development, design, budget, monitoring and evaluation for all in country projects; supporting advocacy plans, advocating for Sightsavers within forums and across stakeholders; assisting in identifying new strategic partnerships.

Within project management the role ensures all aspects of the projects are effectively monitored and evaluated, adaptive learning applied; partner capacity building developed; technical advice provided to partners and internally to teams; reporting internally and externally

Financial management requires monitoring project budgets and expenditure; collaboration with the finance team; partner financial capacity building.

Communication management through developing networks where Sightsavers can lead on or develop strategies; proactively providing quality case studies and news stories

Knowledge, skills and experience for Programme Officer

Essential:

Proven similar work experience within programme management

ideally within an international NGO environment

Project management skills especially in the areas of practical implementation of programme policies and approaches, budget development, report writing and monitoring and evaluation

Previous advocacy experience within an INGO
Influential

Line management, team management and mentoring skills

Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)

Current and ongoing right to work in Ghana

Available to travel within programme country

Fluent written and spoken English

Desirable:

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in Public Health, International Development, social science, or an equivalent qualification in relevant thematic area. Or a tertiary degree with proven work experience

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Sightsavers Programme Officer Jobs in Ghana

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