October 26th, 2021 at 07:44 am
Public Services Commission, a Public service organization intends to recruit a qualified and dynamic person as a Director, Capacity Development.
JOB PURPOSE
To provide strategic and technical direction in Capacity Development for the achievement of the mandate of the Institution.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide input for the formulation of policies of the authority.
- Collaborate with directorates and other stakeholders in the implementation strategies and plans of the authority of policies.
- Coordinate the conduct of training needs assessment of Public Sector Procurement Practitioners, Entities and Service Providers.
- Coordinate the development and review of curricula and training modules.
- Oversee the delivery of training programmes and activities on procurement practices, procedure and processes within the public sector.
- Ensure the development and management of a comprehensive database of formal and informal training providers and institutions
- Advice management on Financial Administration Act, Internal Audit Agency Act, Procurement Act, and any other financial regulations approved by the government.
- Interpret and provide technical guidance on all financial management to top management for decision making
- Ensure the preparation of annual pro-financial statement of the programme.
- Ensure the judicious use of funds in accordance with official procedures and undertakes any other functions in relation to the financial administration of the programme.
- Liaise with the Directors of procurement of all the public services of Ghana to guide the progression of procurement professionals
- Ensure the preparation and submission of annual and other periodic reports of the Directorate.
- Ensure the preparation and submission of the budget of the Directorate.
- Ensure the implementation of the performance management system in the Directorate.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Direct Entry
- A minimum of a Master’s degree in Procurement, Human Resource Management, Public Administration or any related field from an accredited tertiary institution.
- A membership of a related and recognized professional body will be an added advantage.
- A minimum of ten (10) years post-qualification relevant work experience, five (5) years of which must be in a Senior Management position in a reputable institution.
- Must pass a selection interview conducted by the Public Services Commission.
COMPETENCIES
- Extensive leadership, networking and management skills.
- Extensive background and knowledge in training methodology.
- Extensive knowledge and experience in public procurement processes, practices and regulations.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
- Negotiating, lobbying and conflict management skills.
- Capacity to inspire and motivate.
- Team building.
- Governance and policy management
- Knowledge in financial regulations.
- Relevant IT applications
HOW TO APPLY
Applications, together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant certificates and the names and addresses of two referees should reach the following address no later than 5:00pm by Friday, 5th November, 2021.
The Chairman
Public Services Commission
P. O. Box GP 1618
Accra
Or Soft copies should be forwarded to email: [email protected]
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
