Urban Institute recruits for Local Government Experts

The Urban Institute is a non-profit organization based in Washington DC. We seek to fill positions for local government experts in a forthcoming project on building local government capacity in public financial management in Ghana.  The project team will work closely with MMA staff and officials in a number of different locations to build skills and capacity. The program is expected to take place over 3 years starting around October 1, 2012. JOB SUMMARY Company: The Urban Institute Industry: NGO Category: Consulting Location: Accra with extension Job Status: Full-time Salary: negotiable Education: Bachelor̵ Experience: 10 years Job Expires: 06 Jul, 2012 Contact: Ms. Katie Mark Job Description We are looking for people with strong technical expertise, an interest in working with people, and excellent interpersonal skills. Public Financial Management Specialist: He/She should have experience in budgeting, revenue management, reporting, accounting, auditing. Familiarity with participatory approaches preferred. Expected to give support to MMAs in financial reporting, cash management, account management, strengthen internal auditing processes, budget and revenue management and revenue enhancement. Only those major job duties necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor. The position will require extensive in-country travel and contingent upon project award. Required Skills or Experience ·         Should have at least 5-10 years of experience in the following areas: financial evaluation of local governments, financial management (both in training others and in practice), budget preparation and review and the development of revenue management and enhancement plans. Experience with training and capacity building (through mentoring, guiding, providing technical assistance) is highly desirable. Fluency in English is a requirement, with fluency in one or more local language highly desirable.  Applicant should have at least a Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred) in a related field with 5-10 years of working experience.   How To Apply  Interested person should please submit a cover letter and CV to UIGhana2012@gmail not later than 6 July, 2012.   Search for Other Jobs Here