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Christian Aid is working with others to end poverty in Africa. At the heart of this vision is transformation of the lives of people who live in poverty, empowering them to have a brighter future. Christian Aid is seeking support staff to manage a major donor funded accountability programme in Ghana.

About the role

To ensure the effective and efficient administrative functioning of the programme office and activities undertaken. The officer will have responsibility for the day to day running of the office in an efficient and cost effective manner in line with the programme’s Operations Manual. Major responsibilities include providing logistics to support the smooth functioning of the office and programme events, secretariat support to the Steering Committee, supporting in office administration, implementing office procedures and processes, provision of support for the smooth and effective implementation of programmes and supervision of support staff.

About you

Applied skills/knowledge and expertise

Essential

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration/Management, Accounting, Banking and Finance or equivalent work experience
• Work experience in the NGO sector, especially in HR, Administration or logistics functions
• Excellent work ethic
• Strong ability to work independently
• Attentive to details
• Good knowledge in Excel, Word and Outlook
• Excellent English language skills

Desirable

• Familiar with business operations and compliance
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills

Further information

This role requires applicants to have the right to work in the country where this position is based.

We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in its workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits and flexibility that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance.

Competency questions

As part of your application you will be asked to demonstrate your suitability by giving answers to the following questions:

How would you differentiate between accountability and responsibility in your work?