ActionAid (AA) is a global movement of people working together to further human rights for all and end poverty.
ActionAid Ghana (AAG), an Affiliate of ActionAid is looking to employ an experienced and self- motivated individuals to fill the following position:
Position: Project Manager
Directorate: Programmes, Campaigns & Innovations Salary Level: SM 4 Reports directly to: Head of... Programmes, Campaigns and Innovation Location: Accra, with regular trips to the project sites in the Volta Region Directly supervises: Project Officers and other project staff Duration: 16 months with the possibility of renewal by additional 18 months contingent on availability of funding and satisfactory performance.
1.0: JOB PURPOSE:
• The role is responsible for the overall management, accountability and coordination of the Climate Adaptation Project, including stakeholder engagements, in line with the donor contract, to achieve the stated results of the project. • The role will oversee project coordination, undertake national advocacy, maintain regular consultations, communication, reporting, and provide scheduled feedback to relevant stakeholders.
2.0: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Responsibilities
• Work with relevant national, decentralized structures, movements, traditional and religious authorities, women’s groups, youth groups, people’s organizations, local partners, and other collaborators to ensure project takeaways influence inter-agency cooperation on climate action and gender equality. • Develop annual critical pathways to ensure the project implementation plan leads to expected outcomes and is consistent with the Priorities and Key Result Areas of the ActionAid Ghana (AAG) Country Strategy Plan (CSP). • Develop elaborate project strategies to enhance effective implementation towards the achievement of stated project results. • Work closely with national and regional programmes and advocacy teams to ensure project outcomes are mainstreamed into AAG's wider programme framework. • Anticipate project risks and take proactive steps to mitigate them. • Coordinate project activities and liaise with relevant Ministries, agencies, local partners, communities, project beneficiaries, and other stakeholders to ensure effective delivery. • Develop Terms of Reference (TORs), concept notes, and briefs for project-related research, reviews, and evaluation exercises. • In collaboration with the Head of the Programmes and Fundraising Manager, coordinate planning and reporting mechanisms with HFHI. • In collaboration with the Country Director, recruit technical consultants for specified EWS systems, Civil works and other relevant technical areas to carry out engineering designs, including, designs, Bill of Quantities (BoQs), simulations exercise among others.
Operational Responsibilities
• Facilitate periodic reviews, reflections, and planning meetings with communities, NGO partners, and other stakeholders to inform implementation strategies and plans. • Lead in the development of tools, manuals, and training resources required for successful project delivery. • Lead project teams to conduct and validate pre-intervention assessments in target communities. • Coordinate and supervise implementation of all project activities across components (EWS, Nature-Based Solutions, Livelihoods) as per approved project documents. • Conduct relevant research and share key findings with stakeholders for adaptive implementation. • Participate in ActionAid Ghana’s Annual Planning and Budgeting process. • Convene, document, and follow up on the outcomes of monthly project accountability meetings. • Monitor compliance of project implementation across regions, ensuring alignment with donor regulations and budgetary limits.
Staff and Resource Management Responsibilities
• Translate and communicate project standards and performance expectations to staff and partners to improve quality and delivery. • Liaise with the finance unit to develop and maintain cost-effective systems and strategies. • Facilitate efficient use of project financial resources in compliance with value-for-money principles, AAG’s financial policies, and donor guidelines. • Maintain a well-organized digital and physical archive of project documents for reference and audits.
Fundraising Responsibilities
• Identify emerging issues from implementation and package them into concept notes for possible future funding. • Document and disseminate challenges and lessons learned to position AAG as a learning organisation and leader in climate resilience. • Partnership and Coalitions building: Sustain positive partnerships with institutional partners across all implementing districts and regions (Volta and Greater Accra) and other stakeholders. • Provide strategic support to partners in understanding and implementing evolving project directions and agreements. • Monitor partner activities to ensure quality and compliance with agreements. • Raise AAG’s visibility and profile by sharing the best practices and innovations from the project at public events and policy forums.
Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)
• Work with the Manager, Quality and Knowledge Management to develop an M&E plan and implement systems to monitor output indicators and log frame results. • Support regular monitoring and learning activities across project sites. • Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual work plans to align with project deliverables. • Coordinate with MEL colleagues to plan and conduct project evaluations and impact assessments.
Donor Reporting
• Prepare timely and quality quarterly reports (narrative and financial) for internal and donor reporting. • Participate actively in donor review meetings, highlighting project progress, challenges, and mitigation strategies. • Maintain positive and constructive relationships with Habitat for Humanity International and other relevant donors. • Work with the Fundraising unit to ensure timely submission of donor-compliant narrative, financial, and forecast reports.
Senior Management Activities
• Provide input into strategic policy, programme, and fundraising decisions at senior management meetings. • Contribute to updates of AAG’s strategic direction and programming. • Responsibilities Towards Safeguarding Policies and Feminist Principles. • Be abreast with ActionAid’s safeguarding policies (e.g. Child Protection Policy, PSEA Policy, Anti-Sexual Harassment Policy) and feminist principles and ensure full compliance. • Support community awareness of safeguarding frameworks and integrate safeguarding in all project activities.
Typical People Management Responsibility
• Approximate number of people managed in total: Works with Programme Managers and Officers in target regions. • Approximate number of people matrix managed: 4 Project Officers • Team Leader: Yes. • Grandfather – Manager of Team Leaders: Country Director
Relationships/Assets Maintained
• Internal Relations: Country Leadership Team, Senior Management Team, Fundraising Team, Regional Programme Managers, All Staff. • External Relations: Habitat for Humanity International, relevant Ministries (Environment, Gender, Local Government), MMDAs, CSOs, Development Partners. • Responsibility for Assets: Computer and accessories, telephone handset, office desk, cabinet, and any other project-related equipment
Qualification Required & Experience
Educational Qualification
• Master’s degree in Project Management, Development Studies, Environmental Science, Climate Change, or a relevant field, with at least 5 years’ experience in a senior project or programme management role.
Technical
• Proven experience in managing large, multi-stakeholder donor-funded projects. • Strong understanding of climate adaptation, disaster risk reduction, or environmental governance. • Knowledge of Human Rights-Based Approach to programming. • Advanced skills in advocacy, lobbying, and campaigning. • Familiarity with gender, power dynamics, and women’s rights in Ghana. • Strong proposal and concept note development skills. • Knowledge of donor contract management principles. • Advanced writing, report development, and presentation skills. • Knowledge of M&E systems and results-based management. • Proficient in MS Office applications and digital communication tools.
Managerial
• Ability to engage high-level stakeholders and build strategic relationships. • Sound decision-making, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills. • Ability to manage multi-region projects and teams across different contexts. • Strong coaching, mentoring, and team development skills. • Effective facilitator of meetings, training, and multi-stakeholder engagements
Personality
• Tact • Analytical ability • Tenacity • Sensitivity • Sound judgment • Initiative • Integrity • Collaboration • Relationship building • Coping with pressure • Team player • Strong quality orientation • Quick reaction time
Competency Description
• Tenacity: Ability to persist in overcoming obstacles to success. • Analytical Ability: Ability to understand and interpret data, policies, and context to inform decision-making. • Sensitivity: Awareness of and responsiveness to the needs, values, and perspectives of others. • Judgment: Capacity to assess situations accurately and make sound decisions. • Initiative: Self-motivation to explore opportunities and deliver results with minimal supervision. • Relationships: Builds trust and productive relationships internally and externally. • Tact: Handles conflicts and sensitive issues with diplomacy. • Integrity: Upholds ethical standards and transparency in decision-making. • Coping with Pressure: Maintains effectiveness under stress and meets deadlines. • Collaboration: Promotes inclusive participation and teamwork. • Team Player: Works effectively with others to achieve shared goals. • Quality of Output: Consistently produces accurate, high-quality deliverables
Location: Accra

Please note that Curriculum Vitae (CVs) are NOT acceptable.
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Closing Date: 30 July, 2025
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ActionAid (AA) is a global movement of people working together to further human rights for all and end poverty.
ActionAid Ghana (AAG), an Affiliate of ActionAid is looking to employ an experienced and self- motivated individuals to fill the following position: Project Officer – Early Warning System and Civil Works
Job Title: Project Officer – Early Warning System and Civil Works ... Directorate: Programmes, Campaigns & Innovations Salary Level: SM 2 Reports directly to: Project Manager Location: Greater Accra Region (with frequent travel to project communities in Volta Region) Duration: 16 months with the possibility of renewal by additional 18 months contingent on availability of funding and satisfactory performance.
JOB PURPOSE
• This role will provide technical support for the effective implementation of the Early Warning Systems (EWS) and civil works components of the Climate Adaptation Project in selected communities within the Greater Accra and Volta Regions of Ghana. • The Project Officer will work closely with key stakeholders including community members, NADMO, district assemblies, local authorities, and engineering consultants to ensure the establishment of functional EWS infrastructure and flood mitigation structures that improve disaster preparedness and climate resilience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Early Warning Systems Setup: Coordinate the implementation of design, installation, and operationalization of community-based Early Warning Systems across 11 flood-prone communities, in collaboration with NADMO, Ghana Meteorological Agency, and other technical partners. • Technical Supervision of Civil Works: Coordinate and monitor the construction and rehabilitation of relevant infrastructure such as flood channels, signage, culverts, rain gauges, and siren systems to support EWS and urban flood adaptation. • Community Engagement and Preparedness: Mobilize community members and train EWS committees to manage, maintain, and respond to alerts using appropriate technologies. • Simulation Drills and Testing: Facilitate regular simulations and testing of EWS infrastructure to ensure functionality, inclusivity, and responsiveness to flood risks in collaboration with NADMO, and EWS consultant. • Collaboration with Stakeholders: Engage local assemblies, engineers, and disaster response agencies to ensure adherence to technical and environmental standards. • Monitoring and Reporting: Conduct site inspections, collect field data, assess risks, and prepare timely technical and narrative reports. • Environmental and Social Safeguards: Ensure all civil works comply with environmental and social safeguards, including inclusive design standards that account for women, youth, persons with disabilities, and vulnerable groups. • Problem-Solving and Technical Guidance: Address implementation challenges related to logistics, infrastructure, and community coordination, and provide timely technical advice and input. • Documentation of Success Stories and Lessons Learned: Capture innovative approaches and community impact stories related to disaster preparedness and infrastructure.
Resource Management
• Liaise with the finance unit to implement cost-effective strategies and systems to ensure optimum efficiency and effectiveness in line with value-for-money principles, ActionAid’s Financial Policy and Procedures Manual, and donor financial guidelines.
Fundraising
• Identify emerging technical issues or opportunities for scale-up and alert supervisors for development of concept notes and funding proposals. • Support documentation and dissemination of technical challenges, opportunities, and lessons learnt to promote continuous improvement and organizational learning.
Safeguarding/Child Protection Responsibilities
• Be abreast of ActionAid’s safeguarding policies, including the child protection policy, and ensure full compliance with its provisions. • Ensure EWS infrastructure and civil works promote community safety, particularly for women, children and vulnerable groups. • Educate community members and partners on safeguarding principles during engagement and construction activities.
Typical People Management Responsibility
• Approximate number of people managed in total: n/a • Approximate number of people matrix managed (projects/dotted line): n/a • Team Leader (Yes/No): No • Grandfather – manager of Team Leaders: Head of Programmes, Campaigns & Innovations.
Relationships/Assets Maintained
• Internal Relations: Programme team, MEL team, finance unit, procurement team • External Relations: Engineers, MMDAs, NADMO, Ghana Meteorological Agency, community leaders, contractors • Responsibility for Assets: Equipment for early warning systems (e.g., sirens, sensors, communication tools), civil works materials and tools
Qualification Required & Experience
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Disaster Risk Management, Environmental Science, Geography, or related field with at least 3 years of relevant work experience. • A professional certification or postgraduate degree is an added advantage.
Technical
• Technical knowledge of Early Warning Systems and climate-related disaster risk reduction • Experience in supervising small- to medium-scale civil works or infrastructure projects • Familiarity with community-based disaster preparedness approaches • Ability to interpret construction designs, site maps, and Bill of Quantities (BoQs). • Experience working with government agencies like NADMO, GMet, and MMDAs • Knowledge of gender-responsive and inclusive infrastructure principles • Proficiency in technical report writing, data collection, and Microsoft Office Suite • Familiarity with AutoCAD or Geographic Information Systems (GIS) tools (an added advantage)
Personality
• Tact • High emotional intelligence • Reliability • Change agent • Good listening skills • Strong verbal and written communication skills • Team player • High attention to detail and quality assurance
Competency Profile
• Tact: Ability to manage sensitive or complex situations diplomatically and respectfully. • Emotionality: Maintains composure and sound judgment under stress or conflict. • Reliability: Keeps commitments and meets deadlines consistently. • Change Agent: Proactively promotes innovation and improvement in disaster preparedness. • Listening: Welcomes diverse opinions and integrates feedback constructively. • Communication: Delivers clear technical information tailored to different audiences. • Team Player: Works effectively within teams and fosters collaborative problem-solving. • Quality of Output: Produces thorough and accurate work, especially in field and infrastructure-related tasks.
Location: Accra with frequent travel to project communities in Volta Region

Please note that Curriculum Vitae (CVs) are NOT acceptable.
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Closing Date: 30 July, 2025
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ActionAid Ghana (AAG), an Affiliate of ActionAid is looking to employ an experienced and self- motivated individual to fill the position of Programme Manager.
Position: Programme Manager
Role Overview:
• As the Programme Manager for the Northern Regional Programme, you will be responsible for ensuring that systematic and consistent standards-based programme implementation connects local rights... violations to national and internationally recognized human rights. • You will also connect work on different strategic priorities/focus areas with grassroots programme, campaigning and fundraising work. Additionally, you will support partner institutions and manage staff as well as resources of the region to ensure maximum value for money, benefit and impact of AAG’s interventions
Qualification Required & Experience
• 2nd Degree with a minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience.
Job Circumstances: This is a three (3) year renewable employment contract on national terms and conditions.
Salary: This role is on SM4 of ActionAid Ghana’s Salary Structure
Location: Tamale (Northern Region)

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Closing Date: 21 May, 2025
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted and invited for assessment.
ActionAid Ghana is an equal opportunities employer. Whilst all applicants will be assessed strictly on their individual merits, female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply more

ActionAid (AA) is a global movement of people working together to further human rights for all and end poverty.
ActionAid Ghana (AAG), an Affiliate of ActionAid is looking to employ an experienced and self-motivated individual to fill the position of Programme Manager.
Position: Programme Manager Salary: This role is on SM4 of ActionAid Ghana’s Salary Structure Location: Zebilla... (Upper East Region).
Role Overview:
• As the Programme Manager for the Upper East Regional Programme, you will be responsible for ensuring that systematic and consistent standards-based programme implementation connects local rights violations to national and internationally recognized human rights. • You will also connect work on different strategic priorities/focus areas with grassroots programme, campaigning and fundraising work. Additionally, you will support partner institutions and manage staff as well as resources of the region to ensure maximum value for money, benefit and impact of AAG’s interventions
Qualification Required & Experience
• 2nd Degree + at least 5 years’ experience.
Job Circumstances: This is a three (3) year renewable employment contract on national terms and conditions.
Salary: This role is on SM1 of ActionAid Ghana’s Salary Structure.
Location: Zebilla - Upper East Region

Please note that Curriculum Vitae (CVs) are NOT acceptable.
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Completed Application Forms should be emailed to:

Closing Date: 04 November, 2024
“ActionAid Ghana is an equal opportunities employer. Whilst all applicants will be assessed strictly on their individual merits, female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.” more