Senior Planning Analyst At National Development Planning Commission

December 2nd, 2020 at 10:26 am

Applications are invited from interested and suitably qualified candidates for Cleaner At National Development Planning Commission.

JOB PURPOSE    To provide technical support for development policy, planning, coordination, M&E and research.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Conduct studies on relevant development issues
2. Liaise with sector agencies and sub-national structures for effective collaboration.
3. Provide inputs for preparation of work programmes and schedules in conformity with the objectives of the Divisions
4. Provide technical analysis for the formulation of sectoral policies and plans
5. Prepare quality policy papers to be presented in both national and international conferences
6. Contribute to research on national development issues and maintains a repository of knowledge for purposes of learning and assisting other organizations as needed
7. Conduct analysis on the implementation of development plans, policies and projects
8. Support the preparation of Long-term and Medium-term Policy Frameworks, Planning Guidelines, Annual Progress Report and other key deliverables
9. Maintain and update effective Management Information Systems
10. Perform any other duties as may be assigned by Directors and Director-General

Qualification and Experience

1. Must possess a minimum of a Master’s degree in Development Planning, Development Policy or relevant discipline of Economics, Social Sciences, M&E with strong analytical background
2. Must have a minimum of six (6) years post qualification relevant working experience
3. Knowledge of both national and international development issues and enhanced understanding of the National and sub-national Planning Processes including Monitoring and Evaluation
4. Demonstrable evidence of experience and previous work involving strategic and/or development planning
5. Demonstrable experience in research and policy analysis with relevant publications in high reputable journals
6. Demonstrated capacity to generate and implement new ideas.
7. Excellent skills on resource mobilization.
8. Knowledge in the conduct of research, data analysis and interpretation
9. Knowledge in ICT including Microsoft Office suite and statistical analysis softwares.

Competencies in:

1. Planning, policy analysis and formulation
2. Monitoring, measuring, evaluation methodologies
3. The conduct of research, data analysis and interpretation
4. Microsoft Office suite and the use of the internet
5. Communication, Interpersonal and Presentation Skills
6. Qualitative and Quantitative Analytical Skills

8. PLANNING ANALYST II (2 POSITIONS)

JOB PURPOSE    To provide operational support for development policy, planning, coordination, M&E and research

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assist in the conduct of studies on relevant development issues
2. Play a support role in liaising with sector agencies and sub-national structures for effective collaboration
3. Provide inputs for preparation of work programmes and schedules in conformity with the objectives of the Divisions
4. Support technical analysis for the formulation of sectoral policies and plans
5. Support the preparation of quality policy papers to be presented in both national and international conferences
6. Contribute to research on national development issues and maintains a repository of knowledge for purposes of learning and assisting other organizations as needed
7. Support in the conduct of analysis on the implementation of development plans, policies and projects
8. Support in the preparation of Long-term and Medium-term Policy Frameworks, Planning Guidelines, Annual Progress Report and other key deliverables
9. Assist in the development of plans and the monitoring & evaluation of policies, programmes and projects
10. Participate in the review of goals and objectives related to their subject area and advice on modifications as may be required
11. Organise workshops, take minutes and prepare draft reports
12. Assist in the collection, collation and input of data in the relevant Management Information System
13. Perform any other duties as may be assigned by Directors and Director-General

Qualification and Experience

1. A minimum of a Master’s Degree in Development Planning with specialisation in M&E or Project Analysis & Management or related field from a recognised Tertiary institution
2. Knowledge of both national and international development issues and enhanced understanding of the National and sub-national Planning Processes including Monitoring and Evaluation
3. Ability to generate and implement new ideas
4. Knowledge in the conduct of research, data analysis and interpretation
5. Knowledge in ICT including Microsoft Office suite and statistical analysis softwares

Competencies in:

1. Planning, policy analysis and formulation
2. Monitoring, measuring, evaluation methodologies
3. The conduct of research, data analysis and interpretation
4. Microsoft Office suite and the use of the internet
5. Communication, Interpersonal and Presentation Skills
6. Qualitative and Quantitative Analytical Skills
7. Working independently to manage a diverse and evolving workload

HOW TO APPLY

Interested persons who meet the above requirements should submit in an A4 size envelope the under-listed:

1. Application letter
2. Curriculum vitae with biographic data, contact information, names and addresses of two (2) referees
3. Copies of academic and professional certificates (you will need to bring the original if you are shortlisted for an interview)
4. Evidence of good standing with academic and professional institution if profession is regulated by law
5. Vision statement for Director positions only on how the applicant intends to respond to the constitutional mandate and mission of the Commission (2-4 pages long on A4-size paper)
6. Only short listed candidates will be contacted

Applications should be submitted via post or hand-delivered to:

The Human Resources Department

National Development Planning Commission

No.13 Switchback Road
P.O. Box CT633

Cantonments-Accra

Or email to hr@ndpc.gov.gh

Closing Date: Friday, 18^th December 2020