KEY INFORMATION

Job Title: Regional Development Officer

Sector: Climate and Environmental Sustainability

Position Type: Full time

Duration/Level of Effort: December 2026 to October 2027

Position Location: Ho in the Volta Region, Ghana

The Strengthening Investments in Gender-Responsive Climate Adaptation (SIGRA) Project is a Government of Canada-funded initiative that aims to improve the resilience of Ghanaian citizens through increased investments in inclusive and gender-responsive climate adaptation initiatives. SIGRA is implemented by Cowater International and supports climate action and inclusive governance in Ghana. It seeks to promote transparency, accountability, and inclusion, and to foster collaboration between women-led civil society organizations (CSOs) and all levels of government in the planning and execution of local climate adaptation investments. Our approach first involves providing technical assistance (TA) and support to strengthen governance and national systems in key institutions within the Ghanaian Public Administration while providing direct grants to five (5) Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) in the Northern and Volta regions to fund local gender-responsive climate adaptation projects. Second, SIGRA supports regional government stakeholders in the Northern and Volta regions and strengthens the ability of targeted districts to plan, implement, and report on climate adaptation initiatives. Thirdly, the project partners with Ghanaian women led CSOs to strengthen the participation, voice, and influence of women in government decision-making.

In this context, and to support project implementation and close out activities, SIGRA is recruiting a Regional Development Officer based in Ho in the Volta region.

SUMMARY OF THE POSITION

Under the supervision of the Team Leader, the Regional Development Officer (RDO) will be responsible for supporting SIGRA's work at the sub-national level, i.e., at the RCC and MMDA levels. Specifically, in collaboration with the SIGRA team, the selected candidate will be responsible for coordinating day-to-day project activities with key officials at the RCC and MMDA levels and overseeing project close out activities. The role will facilitate the capacity building of key stakeholders to effectively implement, close out and report on gender-responsive climate adaptation initiatives funded by the project via sub-grants to MMDAs. The role will be responsible for implementing strategies and recording results to promote gender-responsive climate adaptation planning and investment within the Regional Coordination Councils (RCC) and SIGRA targeted MMDAs. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders, including government bodies, local businesses, Women-led CSOs, community-based organizations, and local communities, to contribute to sustainable development toward advancing specific local climate adaptation projects. This will also include supporting and working with local CSOs on engaging MMDAs to ensure sufficient community participation in planning and reporting on local climate adaption initiatives. The role will typically involve a mix of office-based work, field visits, and meetings with stakeholders within and outside the region. Regular travel will be required within the region of assignment and to Accra as necessary.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Key responsibilities include, but are not necessarily limited to:

Project Planning and Implementation

Work with the Team Leader and other relevant staff to identify and collate development results which can be used to support the development of project knowledge products including policy briefs, best practices, and results summaries.

Provide inputs into the development of key reports, including key narrative donor reports (GAC's semi-annual and annual reports) as well as any other relevant project report.

Stakeholder relations

Identify and engage with other stakeholders, as needed, to support project implementation and close out.

Project coordination

Lead the planning, organization, and coordination of field visits to the regional and local levels in the Northern and Volta regions and engage with project stakeholders.

JOB REQUIREMENTSEducation:

A university degree in international development, economics, sociology, political science, or related fields.

Minimum Experience

At least seven (7) years of experience in project management, community engagement and development facilitation in the context of international donor financed projects.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in stakeholder engagement and facilitation as well as research, analysis, and reporting skills.

Language Proficiency:

Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders and foster collaboration.

Employment Conditions: Full-time employee with regular benefits

APPLICATION PROCESSCandidates are encouraged to apply by October 29th or as soon as possible.

For your application to be considered, please email your resume and application letter with the following: Candidate Last Name, First Name, date, Title of the Position to info@sigraghana.org Please include your monthly salary expectation in the application letter.Cowater international strives to maintain a fair, transparent, and human centered recruitment process. As part of our commitment to responsible hiring practices and compliance with evolving recruitment regulations, we may use AI assisted tools to support limited aspects of our talent acquisition workflow, such as reviewing or shortlisting applications. These tools are used only to enhance efficiency and consistency in our processes. All assessments, interviews, and final hiring decisions are made exclusively by our human recruiting managers. Candidates may request additional information about the use of these tools or reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process.Cowater International is an equal opportunity employer, basing employment on merit and qualifications as they relate to professional experience and position expectations. Cowater does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, religion, sex, gender identity, disability, age, or any other basis protected by law.We thank all applicants, however only those shortlisted will be contacted.ABOUT USFounded in 1985, Cowater International is a leading global development consulting company. Headquartered in Ottawa and with corporate hubs in Auckland, Berlin, Brussels, Helsinki, London, Madrid, Manila, Nairobi, Singapore and Stockholm, Cowater International has successfully delivered a portfolio of over 2500 projects and assignments in more than 95 countries. We work with governments, private sector actors and communities implementing projects that support socio-economic development, institutional strengthening, environmental improvements and advance equal opportunities for all. We are a diverse and experienced team committed to building a better tomorrow for the people we serve. Our adaptive approach to management has led to our yearly award-winning work and recognition as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies since 2017.We thank you for your interest in building a better tomorrow.

Regional Development Officer

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