Chief Analyst x2 at National Development Planning Commission

Job Purpose

Under the direct guidance and supervision of the director, the Chief Analyst provides technical leadership for development policy, planning, coordination, monitoring and evaluation, and research.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the conduct of studies and technical assignments
• Prepare long-term and medium-term policy frameworks, planning guidelines, annual progress reports, and other key deliverables
• Build and sustain effective working relationships with sector agencies and sub-national structures
• Prepare work programmes and timetables in conformity with divisional and Commission objectives
• Support the formulation of sectoral policies and plans
• Prepare quality policy papers
• Conduct research on national development issues and maintain a repository of knowledge for learning and assisting other organizations
• Track and evaluate the implementation of development plans, policies, and projects
• Coordinate and maintain effective management information systems
• Recommend training needs of subordinate staff
• Conduct performance appraisals of assigned staff in a timely manner
• Perform other duties as assigned by Directors and Director-General

Required Qualifications

• Minimum Master's degree in Development Planning, Development Policy, or relevant discipline in Economics, Social Sciences, or Monitoring and Evaluation, with strong analytical background
• Full certification by a recognised and relevant professional body
• Minimum eleven (11) years' post-qualification experience, of which at least three (3) years in senior management
• Successful completion of a competitive selection interview conducted by the Commission in consultation with the Public Service Commission

Job Details

Company: National Development Planning Commission

Location: Accra, Ghana

Job Type: Full-Time

Category: Administrative/Secretarial