Project Officer – Early Warning System and Civil Works at ActionAid Ghana (AAG)

We have started building our professional LinkedIn page. Follow Company: ActionAid Ghana (AAG) Location: Ghana State: Jobs in Accra Job type: Full-Time Job category: NGO Jobs in Ghana No views yet Job Description ActionAid (AA) is a global movement of people working together to further human rights for all and end poverty. ActionAid Ghana (AAG), an Affiliate of ActionAid is looking to employ an experienced and self- motivated individuals to fill the following position: Project Officer – Early Warning System and Civil Works Job Title: Project Officer – Early Warning System and Civil Works Directorate: Programmes, Campaigns & Innovations Salary Level: SM 2 Reports directly to: Project Manager Location: Greater Accra Region (with frequent travel to project communities in Volta Region) Duration: 16 months with the possibility of renewal by additional 18 months contingent on availability of funding and satisfactory performance. JOB PURPOSE

• This role will provide technical support for the effective implementation of the Early Warning Systems (EWS) and civil works components of the Climate Adaptation Project in selected communities within the Greater Accra and Volta Regions of Ghana.

• The Project Officer will work closely with key stakeholders including community members, NADMO, district assemblies, local authorities, and engineering consultants to ensure the establishment of functional EWS infrastructure and flood mitigation structures that improve disaster preparedness and climate resilience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Early Warning Systems Setup: Coordinate the implementation of design, installation, and operationalization of community-based Early Warning Systems across 11 flood-prone communities, in collaboration with NADMO, Ghana Meteorological Agency, and other technical partners.

• Technical Supervision of Civil Works: Coordinate and monitor the construction and rehabilitation of relevant infrastructure such as flood channels, signage, culverts, rain gauges, and siren systems to support EWS and urban flood adaptation.

• Community Engagement and Preparedness: Mobilize community members and train EWS committees to manage, maintain, and respond to alerts using appropriate technologies.

• Simulation Drills and Testing: Facilitate regular simulations and testing of EWS infrastructure to ensure functionality, inclusivity, and responsiveness to flood risks in collaboration with NADMO, and EWS consultant.

• Collaboration with Stakeholders: Engage local assemblies, engineers, and disaster response agencies to ensure adherence to technical and environmental standards.

• Monitoring and Reporting: Conduct site inspections, collect field data, assess risks, and prepare timely technical and narrative reports.

• Environmental and Social Safeguards: Ensure all civil works comply with envir...