The Management of the Centre for Health System Strengthening (CfHSS) is looking for a motivated person for a full-time position as an Assistant Programmes Coordinator. CfHSS is a non-governmental, not-for-profit and non-political organization that is committed to improving and strengthening health care delivery in resource-limited settings. Responsibilities (not exhaustive) are as follows:

• Support the coordination of programme activities in the organization
• Ensure smooth implementation of programme activities
• Assist with organization, planning and monitoring of programmes
• Assist the Project Coordinator to conduct regular site visits to project sites to
  monitor activities
• Assist the Project Coordinator in the writing of proposals, technical reports and
  manuscripts related t o project activities.

QUALIFICATIONS/PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

The Post holder should have the following: (E = Essential; D = Desirable)

• Proven experience with project coordination and implementation (E)
• In-depth understanding of office management procedures and policies (E)
• Familiarity with financial and facilities management principles (D)
• Proficient in MS Office (E)
• Proficient in data processing and analysis for manuscripts and reports (D)
• Track record of publications in health related field (E)
• Pay attention to details (D)
• An analytical mind with problem-solving skills (D)
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking abilities (D)
• A good team player with leadership skills (E)
• BSc Biological Sciences, Public Health, Medical Laboratory Sciences or any of the
  other life sciences in a related field (E)
• MSc/MPhil in health related field ie; Public Health, Biomedical Sciences,
  Microbiology etc (D)

The contract will be for a period of 1 year. Expected starting date: 1st February, 2022.

MODE OF APPLICATION

Interested persons should send their application package via email (in 1 PDF file) to the Administrative Assistant (amoasah@cfhss.org), CfHSS, Kumasi. The Application package must include:

• Application letter
• CV
• A motivational letter
• Copies of relevant certificates
• Two reference letters

Closing Date: 15th January, 2022 (11:59pm). Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. For further information on the position, please contact the Administrative Assistant on 020014 9186 or 055 806 5045.