The International Water Management Institute recruitment portal is now open, as this notice is to create awareness among all Ghanaian′s ready to enroll in the International Water Management Institute. The portal for the International Water Management Institute enrollment 2023/2024 is now open, the forms are available for pick up and the requirements for this are also highlighted so as to make it stress-free for applicants, this should also be treated with urgency as the closing date is also at the corner.
A very lucrative opportunity has been made available for all Ghanaian′s, the question now is (have you heard about International Water Management Institute) if yes you are at the right blog because it is our reader′s (International Water Management Institute) and they are currently in need for new and active workers, all you need to do is to follow the guidelines and this blog is the right place to direct you to the procedure of your request. The International Water Management Institute offers jobs from different angles and all qualified and invited applicants in Ghana can apply for any of the available roles at the International Water Management Institute.
Please all applicants should note that the age range for this offer varies from 21 to 35 years and most also have a clean background with no criminal record, also note that all applicants must be a Ghanaian citizen by birth with a first degree from an accredited university in a related field with at least a second class lower.
1. JOB TITLE: Administrative Manager
The International Water Management Institute (IWMI), a CGIAR research center has an exciting opportunity for a competent, self-motivated, and dynamic candidate to join as the Administrative Manager.
The position holder is required to provide administrative functions for the IWMI-West Africa Office under the direction of the Country Representative and in consultation with relevant departments at IWMI Head Quarters.
Duties AND Responsibilities:
Human resources functions
- Main point of contact for HQ HR department.
- Manage recruitment/selection, induction/settle-in process (in collaboration with HR) for all new staff, consultants and interns including related logistical support.
- Assist expatriate staff, interns/fellows in securing suitable accommodation and suitable rental contracts.
Administrative Functions
- Manage the IWMI-West Africa office; recommend and implement policies and processes, develop, maintain, and update administrative procedures, develop and maintain proper record/filing system, ensure effective customer interface for visitors,
- Oversee the work of other support staff to ensure that research staff have adequate administrative support.
- Manage the office space supervise the work done by the maintenance staff and oversee the cleaning of the office and its surroundings
- Oversee the IT function and ensure the provision of adequate level of IT support.
- Under the guidance of the Head of Office, manage the overall regional communications within IWMI-West Africa for all general, non-research topics.
- Manage IWMI Ghana email account and update the CR on relevant emails sent to that account.
- Oversee work outsourced by the office and contracts with vendors. (Horticultural Services, Security Services)
- Coordinate workshops, conferences, and meetings in and outside the office, etc.
Implement Host Country Agreement and other Hosting Agreements
- Oversee interactions with Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies on all administrative matters in consultation with the CR
- Oversee submission of annual report and other knowledge materials to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in consultation with the CR
- Oversee the implementation of diplomatic privileges granted by the Government of Ghana through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to IWMI and all IRS
- Oversee the implementation of the responsibilities on IWMI to the Government of Ghana
- Oversee the drafting and renewal of service and hosting agreements with hosted Institutions.
- Point of contact for HR and administrative services to hosted institutions
Health and Safety
- Recommend and implement policies and processes to ensure a healthy and safe working environment.
- Oversee training on health and safety in the work environment including the use of fire extinguishers
- Serve as CGIAR COVID – 19 Focal Point for Ghana
- Act as Health and Safety Focal Point for Ghana
- Implement COVID-19 protocols including assisting staff to prepare field trip risk assessment, review of health evaluation forms for staff and visitors to the office.
Logistics, Procurement, Facility Management
- Oversee the transport unit including the supervision of staff attached to the transport unit.
- Manage the transport requirements – scheduling drivers based on transport requests.
- Ensure the maintenance, servicing and repair of IWMI vehicles.
- Prepare accurate monthly statements from vehicle log sheet and submit same to the accountant after approval.
- Maintain Vehicle Registration File
Procurement
- Maintain a record of key suppliers
- Oversee the day-to-day delivery of procurement services in collaboration with the Finance Manager
- Handle all IWMI shipment and process tax clearance and VAT exceptions on all imported items for IWMI and hosted organizations.
- Prepare letters for the issuance of Foreign Ministry ID cards and resident permits for IWMI International Staff and International Staff of hosted organizations.
- Process visas for IWMI Staff/Staff of hosted organizations as well as official visitors.
Facility Management
- Responsible for managing the maintenance requirements of the IWMI Ghana office and infrastructure.
Requirements
MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- A postgraduate university degree in business administration, human resources or equivalent professional status awarded by a relevant professional institute.
- Minimum of 10 years of work experience, including at least 7 years of demonstrated experience in international research for development organization
- Good organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks in a timely manner.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills, particularly when preparing correspondence and briefings.
- Demonstrated familiarity with social media and the ability to use such media to promote inter-office communications and information sharing.
- Prior experience in similar position with international organizations preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
- Conversant in MS office software packages.
- Experience in management or administration in similar International Organization
- Experience with handling protocols under diplomatic arrangement.
- Outstanding service approach and high level of interpersonal, communication and service management skills in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural organization.
- Very good personal organization and priority setting skills.
- Commitment to teamwork and strongly valuing the sharing of information and continuous improvement in a cooperative atmosphere.
- Well-developed administrative skills and good communication skills.
- Demonstrates effective skills in leading and managing people.
- Focus on high quality service.
- Good understanding on the application of relevant administrative policies and procedures.
Benefits
This is a nationally recruited position and only candidates who are eligible to work in Ghana will be considered. IWMI offers a competitive salary and benefits package, inclusive of health insurance, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, and long-term disability coverage. The duration of the contract will initially be for a period of three years with the possibility of extension.
How To Apply
Submit your CV and Application on Company Website : Click Here
Closing Date : 17th August. 2024
1. JOB TITLE: Innovation Hub Coordinator
The International Water Management Institute (IWMI), a CGIAR Research Center is looking for a competent, self-motivated, and dynamic candidate to join as an Innovation hub coordinator to contribute to One CGIAR’s initiative – Resilient Cities through sustainable urban and peri-urban agri-food systems (Resilient Cities). The Coordinator will be responsible for the design, setting up and continuous operation of an innovation hub for resource recovery and reuse solutions.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assess options for resource recovery from waste streams including nutrients, water, energy, animal feed from a technical and economic perspective given specific local context.
- Lead and supervise the design, setting up and continuous operation of innovation hubs for different resource recovery and reuse models.
- Co-design and support implementation of resource recovery and reuse solutions for different settings.
- Work within multidisciplinary research teams to ensure delivery of high-quality outputs, which include designing of resource recovery and reuse solutions and assessing their technical and economic sustainability by collecting and analyzing data from field research.
- Contribute to the initiative work streams, from research design to data collection, analysis, and scientific reporting.
- Contribute to the authorship of key research outputs including, but not limited to, research papers, journal articles, technical or policy briefs and blogs.
- Undertake relevant assignments as requested by the work package lead.
Requirements
MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Essential:
- MSc in Civil Engineer, environmental sciences, water and sanitation (or related)
- Hands-on experiences as resource recovery plant manager (composting, briquette production)
Desirable:
- Experience in capacity building
- Experience in cost-benefit analysis and business planning
- Experience in designing and setting up of innovation hub
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Essential:
- Knowledge and experience of water and waste management challenges for urban and peri-urban sectors
- Experience in developing and implementing locally appropriate innovations around resource recovery and reuse of urban and peri-urban waste streams
- Experience in providing technical analysis on resource recovery and reuse solutions including cost-benefit analysis and business planning.
- Experience in providing capacity development in resource recovery and reuse solutions to different stakeholders
- Excellent communications skills and ability to explain complex issues clearly to diverse audiences.
- Experience in transforming research results into knowledge products that have impact and reach, including through communication at major conferences and via other platforms, including social media.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of gender and social inclusion issues relating to the circular economy solutions.
- Understanding of institutional governance and social issues as they impact the implementation of resource recovery and reuse models.
Benefits
This is a nationally recruited position and only candidates who are eligible to work in Ghana will be considered. IWMI offers a competitive salary and benefits package, inclusive of health insurance, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, and long-term disability coverage. The duration of the contract will initially be for a period of two-years with the possibility of extension.
How To Apply
Submit your CV and Application on Company Website : Click Here
Closing Date : 17th August. 2024
To apply for International Water Management Institute recruitment below is what you need to be aware of.
• Verify the obtainable positions and it′s finishing date before enrolling for a particular position.
• Please make sure that all required documents requested for the enrollment into International Water Management Institute are intact
• Abide by the contingent of every single position to apply.
