Program Specialist at Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)

About the Organization

The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is an Incorporated Administrative Agency of Japan that implements Japan's Official Development Assistance (ODA) to developing countries. JICA has been cooperating with Ghana for more than 60 years, implementing programs and projects across the health, education, agriculture, private sector, infrastructure, and governance sectors.

Position Overview

JICA Ghana Office is seeking one (1) qualified and experienced Program Specialist in Private Sector Development and related sectors.

Focus Areas

• Enterprise Business Development (especially SMEs)
• Start-up Ecosystem Development
• Investment Promotion
• Industrial Development
• Trade and Economy
• Business Related Law
• Public–Private Partnership

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate projects based on discussions and negotiations with government officers, development partners, and related stakeholders
• Implement or assist with the implementation of JICA's projects in collaboration with office members, JICA headquarters staff, experts, and concerned government officials
• Support activities of JICA missions and sector experts through various arrangements and logistical work, including procurement, official document creation, internal procedures, and travel arrangements
• Maintain frequent communication with office members, Japanese experts, counterparts in the Ghanaian government, and development partners
• Collect, analyze, summarize, evaluate, and report on information and policies of the responsible sector and related sectors through attending meetings and preparing summaries, minutes, and reports

Job Details

• Location: Accra, Ghana
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Category: NGO Jobs