SNV Netherlands Development Organisation Recruitment: SNV Netherlands Development Organisation Recruitment 2022 invites applications from interested and adequately qualified professionals.
SNV Netherlands Development Organisation Recruitment
SNV Netherlands Development Organisation also called “SNV Ghana” is a non-profit international development organization, established in the Netherlands in 1965. Driven by the Sustainable Development Goals, SNV makes a lasting difference in the lives of people living in poverty by helping them raise their incomes and access basic services.
we are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Skill Development Advisor
Job Description
S/he will be responsible for the overall Employability and Entrepreneurship Skills Development components of the project at the national level, in coordination with the Project Manager. S/he works closely with two regional skills development advisors, as well as with project partners, service providers, and sub-contractors.
Under the supervision of the Project Manager, The Skill Development Advisor is part of the core project team, and the key responsibilities of the role will include:
Key Responsibilities of the Position
National partnership engagement
- Provide strategic technical guidance on market-driven workforce development methodologies, private sector partnerships, access to credit, entrepreneurship, etc. to key personnel, project staff, government ministries, and project partners and stakeholders.
- Facilitate the development of mechanisms for coordination, collaboration, consensus, and trust building among key national actors including the government, private businesses, civil society organizations, women, media, citizens, youth, and other stakeholders.
- Develop and implement activities that facilitate preparation for youth and women’s participation in decision-making and the economy at the national levels.
- Discover and engage with available networks of youth support systems, networks and organizations for the planning and implementation of project activities
- Cooperate with relevant associations, umbrella organizations, and individual private sector actors within the program environment
- Advise and support/assist implementation activities & events demanded by national and international advisors in carrying out their work in Ghana upon request.
- Contribute to public relations materials and fact sheets.
- Work closely with relevant ministries such as the Ministry of Employment Labour Relations (MELR), Trade and Industries, etc, and Education.
- Facilitate demand-oriented exchange with and coordination amongst national and sub-national stakeholders, in particular the Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Employment and Labour Relations, COTVET, Ministry of Education (MoE), Ministry of Trade and Industry (MOTI), related departments, associations (AGI), and companies to coordinate TVET programs.
Skills development and field activities
- Coordinate the implementation of the result 2 component of the GrEEn project (orientation and coaching the field staff)
- Provide technical advice to ensure partners’ understanding of labor market needs by the program teams and work with staff to implement curricula and training programs that are demonstrably linked to growth areas, opportunities for start-up capital, and apprenticeships.
- Provide technical advice to partners in the design and rollout of training modules and curriculum and develop appropriate locally-led approaches to build consensus around and address vulnerabilities
- Provide technical advice on activities that will decrease barriers to youth access to post-secondary training and/or market-driven workforce development programs leading to employment or self-employment.
- Develop ready-to-use strategies and technical concepts, including policies, guidelines, manuals, and procedures as part of the R2 operational plan
- In conjunction with the Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist, develop and assist in the measurement of youth skills development indicators, and support efforts to increase the impact of program activities.
- Coordinate with other SNV programs and actively seeks their input and participation.
- To undertake all other relevant activities as and when assigned by the Project Manager.
Institutional Fundraising
- Review and summarize new business opportunities and potential partnerships in alignment with SNV priorities and strategic plan (6).
- Participate in, and/or lead, proposal writing as needed (7).
- Coordinate the process of developing and updating skills/training development donor mapping and coordinating the mapping of institutional funding opportunities (4).
- Lead the process of developing a fundraising strategy and implementation for skills/training and entrepreneurship development (5).
- Lead the development of concept notes and proposals on new and existing opportunities (3)
- Provide coaching and support to the GrEEn project skills development team (1).
- Compile, review and finalize R2 quarterly and annual reports (3).
- Actively contribute to SNV Ghana’s Business Development.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree plus 7 years of experience or bachelor’s degree plus 10 years of experience in a relevant discipline, such as entrepreneurship, inclusive business, agricultural economics, agribusiness, energy economics, and business administration.
- Proven track record in employability skills development in projects of similar nature, preferably in international development organizations on the following themes.
- Strong experience and networks on youth employment issues especially in the context of Ghana.
- Good knowledge of the skills development and technical training ecosystems in Ghana, including key governmental and private institutions.
- Experience in developing and/or reviewing proposal budgets and cost proposals.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated good judgment and ability to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously and work proactively.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to manage complex processes and team relationships to ensure effective collaboration by various contributors to the process, including contributors from multiple offices/units and at all levels of the organization.
- Initiative taker, self-motivation, and a commitment to continuously work results oriented.
- Wide experience working in a fundraising environment and raising resources from institutional and other donors.
- Experience developing and delivering fundraising strategies.
- Experience writing successful funding proposals.
Additional Information
Application and Selection Process
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Application Guidelines: Please read these carefully. Failure to comply will adversely affect your application.
- This is a full-time national with the successful candidate being contracted on an initial one-year basis with the possibility of renewal. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience and includes a competitive secondary benefit package.
- SNV offers a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from, and contribute to, an internal and global network of experts.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should CLICK HERE to apply
Application Deadline: 27th October 2022
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