The Office of the Head of the Local Government Service (OHLGS) in fulfillment of its mandate of ensuring the effective and efficient day-to-day administration of the Local Government Service (LGS) as provided in the Local Governance Act, 2016 (Act 936) is seeking highly successful and result-oriented person to fill the position of:
REGIONAL COORDINATING DIRECTOR
JOB PURPOSE
To provide leadership in the implementation of Government Programmes, Policies and Plans at a Regional Coordinating Council.
JOB SUMMARY
- Promotes effective coordination and institutional relationships among MMDAs, RCCs, OHLGS and other public and private sector organizations;
- Assesses project proposals and contract agreements to ensure compliance with prescribed laws and regulations;
- Assists in the formulation and implementation of policies at national and local levels;
- Acts as Advisor to the Hon Regional Minister, Head of Service and Development Partners;
- Ensures the development of the capabilities, skills and knowledge of staff;
- Appraises direct reports; and
- Undertakes any other tasks that may be assigned.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Masters degree in Public Policy, Development Economics, Finance, Human Resource Management, Organizational Development, Public Administration Planning or an equivalent discipline;
- Minimum of Fifteen (15) years relevant working experience of which Five (5) years has been in a Director or analogous position in the Local Government Service (LGS);
- Membership of a recognized professional body is an added advantage.
The Ideal candidates must also have the following knowledge, and skills mix:
- Public Financial Management
- Leadership and Managerial skills;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Good problem solving, negotiation and interpersonal skills;
- Good monitoring and evaluation skills;
- Substantial expertise in Public Sector Management, Project Management and Local Government Administration and relevant legislations;
- Excellent analytical skills; and
- Literacy in Information & Communications Technology
- Applicants shall be serving officers of the Local Government Service
MODE OF APPLICATION
Interested applicants shall submit an application and attach copies of:
- Educational Certificates;
- Continuous Professional Development Certificates;
- A Two-Page Vision Statement of the position;
- Curriculum vitae indicating the contact details and addresses of three (3) referees of which one shall be professionally-related.
Completed application with all relevant attachments marked ‘APPLICATION FOR REGIONAL COORDINATING DIRECTOR’ shall be submitted before close of work on Wednesday, 30th of November, 2022 to:
The Head of Service
Office of the Head of the Local Government Service
Post Office Box MB 396
Ministries, Accra