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Quality Assurance Specialist Jobs in Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana at Plan International Ghana
Title: Quality Assurance Specialist
Company: Plan International Ghana
Location: Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana
Plan International Ghana is an International Child Centered Community Development organization that seeks to help excluded/marginalized children realize their full potential. In order to strengthen its Monitoring, Evaluation and Research (MER) Unit, Plan International Ghana is looking for a dynamic and results-oriented person to fill the under mentioned position: Quality Assurance Specialist
Job Purpose
Under the direct supervision of the Country Director, the position holder is responsible for developing, directing, and coordinating a comprehensive quality assurance programme which supports improvement of the risk management of Plan International Ghana.
Summary Of Duties And Responsibilities
Coordinates and monitors the quality assurance function and programmes
Participates in the design, implementation and monitoring of all the processes required in the Quality Assurance work (annual plan, standard working papers, reporting format and protocols) etc.
Strengthens the risk managemenr processes in line with the Global and Regional strategy through facilitation of the country risk management plan of actions and monitoring of the Risk register.
Follows up on Action-plans agreed between management and external auditors for full compliance and reports progress to country director.
Reviews the current internal control systems for its effectiveness and appropriateness to achieve the organisatin’s objectives and reports on areas of improvement
Performs special confidential tasks assigned by the country director
Ensures quality standards are met through review of processes at risk in the annual review plan
Monitors action taken by management in response to assurance reviews, ensuring effective follow up.
Critical Skills Required For The Position
Planning and Monitoring Skills:
Ability to plan, monitor and perform quality review of assurance engagements on key systems, processes, policies and controls at the Country level
Change Management
Ability to influences change within and across the organization to strengthen risk management, accountability and effectiveness, also supports management in improving operations in order to provide a platform for learning across Plan International Ghana.
Relationship Building
Ability to builds relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate the conduct of quality assurance engagements and exchange of knowledge on assurance best practices
Qualification Required & Experience
First Degree in Finance, Accounting, Auditing or its equivalent, with Part II professional qualification
Extensive practical experience of at least 5 years in risk-based auditing
Knowledge of programme and project implementation is an added advantage
At least 3 years experience in similar position with a recognised institution preferably an international NGO
Location:
Accra
How To Apply For The Job
Interested applicants should submit the following documents to the email address provided below.
Detailed curriculum vitae, stating current and latest posts (With Dates) as well as summary of job responsibilities, together with a cover letter
Certified photocopies of relevant certificates of highest academic qualification, as well as National Service certificate (if applicable)
Names, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of 3 referees (work-related)
Personal contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses.
Email:
OR Delivered Directly To
Plan International Ghana
Country office,
No. 10 Yiyiwa Street, Abelemkpe
Accra
Closing Date:
31 August, 2016
Qualified Ghanaian nationals, especially female candidates are encouraged to apply.
