Programme Manager (Global Fund Project)

About the role

The Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG), an NGO and member of the International Planned Parenthood Federation, is recruiting a Programme Manager to oversee its Global Fund project. The postholder works closely with the Supervisor and other stakeholders, supports the Director of Programmes and plans, coordinates and oversees the implementation of the project.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and oversee the implementation of the Global Fund project.
• Support the Director of Programmes in monitoring and supervising the Association's programmes.
• Develop proposals for funding.
• Assist the Director of Programmes in collating and finalising project reports and programme documents.
• Ensure project agreements are adhered to.
• Assist in preparing the Annual Programme Budget (APB).
• Provide technical support to the Zonal Managers.
• Ensure project data and information are properly documented.
• Perform other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Required profile

• Masters degree in Social Sciences, Population Studies, Public Health or its equivalent.
• At least five years of relevant working experience, including three years in a key project management position.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision, take initiative and work under pressure for long hours.
• Able to travel at short notice.

Required skills

• Managerial, analytical and quantitative skills.
• Good knowledge of computer skills (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Excellent report writing, communication and presentation skills.
• Very good interpersonal and human relations skills.

To apply, candidates must submit an application letter and a detailed CV with two referees and contact details to the Search Committee of PPAG in Accra by 24 October 2014.