New Job Recruitment at Crossroads International

New Job Recruitment at Crossroads International

POSITION: Program Manager

Company Overview

Crossroads International, a pioneer in global collaboration, has been combating inequality for over 60 years. We achieve this by uniting individuals for a shared purpose, aiming to develop enduring solutions to combat poverty and promote women’s rights. Crossroads operates in several of the poorest countries in sub-Saharan Africa. We collaborate with community partner organizations to generate good employment opportunities and to enable women to take on leadership roles and live without violence. Each year, we involve numerous skilled volunteers and staff from both North and South who utilize their knowledge in local contexts to tackle global challenges.

We support local partners who are most capable of addressing the needs of their communities. In collaboration with local partners, we create cooperatives and collective businesses that produce income and promote the independence of youth, women, and the rural impoverished. We test new methods for decreasing violence towards women and girls and promoting women’s rights. Together we are utilizing knowledge, skills, and funds to build a more fair and just world. Crossroads is a recognized charity that receives support from Global Affairs Canada, various governmental and non-governmental sponsors, as well as numerous individual contributors globally.

Crossroads is dedicated to the principles and ideals of accessibility and fairness. Also, Crossroads consistently strives to foster a fair environment of inclusiveness and openness. The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee at Crossroads comprises members from different teams and areas within the organization, whose diverse viewpoints are crucial for promoting significant discussions and facilitating effective change.

Crossroads is dedicated to preventing and tackling sexual misconduct while promoting anti-racism. In this regard, the organization has signed Cooperation Canada’s Leaders’ Pledge on Preventing and Addressing Sexual Misconduct, as well as the Anti-Racism Framework for Canada’s international cooperation sector.

THE OPPORTUNITY  

The Program Manager for Ghana will play a crucial role within the Ghana Office team, operating under the guidance of the Regional Representative for West Africa. This position entails providing program leadership specific to Ghana and serving as a strategic advisor to the Regional Representative. The incumbent will collaborate closely with both national and regional program teams across Africa, as well as with program department teams in Canada, including the Volunteer Cooperation Program Impact team and the Volunteer Mobilization team.

Additionally, coordination with finance and administration teams in Canada will be essential to meet the organizational objectives outlined in the strategic and operational plans. This role requires working in partnership with staff from the Crossroads International Office in Ghana to deliver pertinent program information, tools, and technical support while ensuring that all responsibilities align with the mission, values, policies, procedures, standards, and systems of Crossroads International.

WAYS IN WHICH YOU WILL INFLUENCE

Development and Oversight of Initiatives and Programs (70%):

• Efficiently oversee lead volunteers (Program Support Advisor, Volunteer Support Advisor) in line with Crossroads’ volunteer management guidelines and protocols
• Plan and execute yearly assessments
• Create, execute, and oversee the recruitment process for volunteers in Ghana
• Guarantee proper oversight of volunteer activities in Ghana
• Promote the development of a collaborative culture between Canadian volunteers and the personnel of the Ghana Office
• Promote the development of environments for sharing, teamwork, and education among volunteers and the Ghana Office staff.

Management and Finance (10%)

• Work together with the Regional Representative for West Africa and the Finance and Administration Officer of the Ghana Office on the yearly budgeting procedure for Ghana.
• Guarantee the rigorous implementation of the safety and security guidelines for the Crossroads Ghana Office
• Assist in the creation and ongoing enhancement of Crossroads’ protocols and systems for Ghana
• Guarantee the accurate reconciliation of all special projects in Ghana together with the VCP Impact team and the Finance department in Canada.

Others (5%)

• Foster synergies and encourage the exchange of knowledge and practices among Crossroads VCP activities, other Crossroads initiatives, and within Crossroads partners
• Guarantee the successful incorporation and oversight of gender equality and environmental strategies in the VCP and special projects
• Take on all other duties associated with the Ghana Office
• Serve as a programming development consultant for Crossroads in Ghana
• Assist Crossroads in achieving its goals within the context of strategic and operational plans.

WHAT WE OFFER  

• We provide an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative work environment that empowers you to make a meaningful impact every day.
• We actively encourage personal and professional development, offering a variety of learning and growth opportunities for our staff.
• Our benefits plan is excellent and competitive, covering you and your dependents.
• Employees are entitled to standard vacation and sick leave, along with three days dedicated to professional development.
• Annual cost of living adjustments are subject to Board approval, and salary equity reviews are conducted every three years.

Necessary Skills or Experience

• Postgraduate education in a pertinent area (international relations, project management, administration, etc.) or comparable experience
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in program or project management, which includes work on projects or programs in a developing nation, or involvement in an international cooperation project
• Capability to strategize and plan effectively, along with a demonstrated skill in leading and motivating teams to replicate this process and generate project concepts
• Demonstrated expertise in creating, overseeing, and evaluating intricate budgets from multiple funding sources while adhering to all internal and external contractual requirements
• Robust analytical abilities and the talent to convey intricate matters
• Expertise in technologies such as SharePoint, the Microsoft Office suite, and financial systems
• Awareness of Ghana and its context concerning the rights of women and girls, especially regarding gender-based violence, leadership, and economic empowerment
• Experience in overseeing development projects funded by Global Affairs Canada (advantage)
• Exhibit outstanding verbal and written communication abilities in English (French is beneficial)
• Readiness and capacity to travel to countries within the region and periodically to Canada.

CRITERIA FOR ELIGIBILITY AND KEY QUALITIES

Communicate Crossroads’ principles and moral benchmarks, specifically:

• A dedication to stopping, alleviating, and addressing sexual violence,
• A dedication to gender equality, and
• A dedication to opposing racism
• Dedication to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB), along with the capacity to work collaboratively with varied groups and stakeholders, while fostering an inclusive organizational environment.
• Dedication to fostering gender equality and enhancing the rights of women and girls in distinct organizational positions and via organizational programs.

How to Apply for this Career Opportunity at Accor Hotel

If you wish to become a part of a vibrant international development organization, kindly send your resume and cover letter as a single document (Word or PDF) via email to rh_hr@cintl.org by 10 pm GMT on January 17, 2025. Applications should contain “Ghana Program Manager – Your Name” in the email subject line. Submissions received past the deadline will not be taken into account. Uncertain if you possess all we’re requesting, yet aware you can create a significant difference? Share your story with us, and we will gladly take you into account.

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