The Ghana Investment Fund For Electronic Communications (Gifec) invites applications from experienced, proactive, and self-motivated professionals to fill the position of Principal Manager of Monitoring and Evaluation. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing technical and operational support for the effective and efficient performance of the public relations functions of the fund. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of a Master’s degree in Mass Communication, Communications Studies, International Relations, Social Science or any other related field from an accredited tertiary institution. The following are the responsibilities and qualification for the position;
Responsibilities
· Collates data for the formulation of policies;
· Supervises the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programmes and activities of the Unit;
· Undertakes public education and sensitisation on the Fund’s policies, programmes and activities;
· Supervises travel arrangements for the Fund’s staff and guests;
· Supervises the organization of public education activities of the Fund;
· Provides inputs for the organization and celebration of national and international events;
· Monitors media coverage of Fund’s activities for appropriate action;
· Coordinates the development and publication of public awareness materials;
· Prepares press releases and organises media briefings;
· Supervises the collation of data for the development of communication products;
· Provides inputs for the update of the website;
· Provides inputs for the development of database on stakeholders;
· Collates data for the preparation of the annual budget and work plan of the Unit;
· Collates data for the preparation of annual and other periodic reports of the Unit;
· Supervises and appraises the performance of immediate subordinate staff
Qualification
· A minimum of a Master’s degree in Mass Communication, Communication Studies, International Relations, Social Science or any other related fields from an accredited tertiary institution;
· Membership of a relevant professional body will be an advantage;
· A minimum of four (4) years’ post-Bachelor’s Degree relevant work experience in a reputable organisation.
Competencies
· Good knowledge and understanding of the Public Administration System of Ghana;
· Good knowledge of public relations;
· Good leadership, networking and monitoring skills;
· Knowledge in media law;
· Strong analytical skills;
· Good negotiation, diplomacy and advocacy skills;
· Good communication, interpersonal and presentation skills;
· Good problem solving skills;
· Administrative Procedures;
· Report Writing Skills;
· Knowledge of relevant IT applications.