Programme Officer

Key Responsibilities Provide leadership in project development and implementation Manage and coordinate projects with partners Provide content expertise/leadership for water, sanitation and hygiene service delivery Oversee smooth implementation of short to medium term projects in accordance with their respective planning, approaches and timelines Coordinate field activities, monitor project outcomes and track impact at district and sector level Support the IRC Ghana business development for fund raising and new projects acquisition Support research / studies, learning and communication Support IRC thematic reporting Qualification Required & Experience General Requirements and knowledge / Experience Minimum of bachelor's degree with 3 years of relevant professional experience, a Master's degree will be an added advantage Good basic knowledge and understanding of the main concepts and trends in the water, situation and hygiene (WASH) sector. Relevant experience of research (design, data analysis and reporting writing) and policy analysis Demonstrate experience in learning, knowledge management and networking Proven field work coordination experience Fluent in English and preferable one local language spoken in the Ahafo Region and good writing skills Willing to work in a district and travel nationally and internationally Experience in working in a district is an added advantage Understanding of project management will be an added advantage Proven project management experience Contract Period The candidate will initially be offered a one-year contract including six-month's probation. The contract is renewable subject to good performance and availability of funds Location: Accra How To Apply For The Job Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should submit their applications together with the following documents to the email below: A detailed CV that includes a reliable telephone number and email address and contacts of three referees Photocopies of relevant certificates of highest academic qualifications ghana@ircwash.org Or Can Send Application To The Administrative Officer IRC Ghana P.O.Box CT 9531 Cantonments, Accra Closing Date: 22 August, 2025 <