UN jobs in Ghana 🇬🇭

Programme Management Specialist, (IPSA-11), Accra, Ghana (UNCDF) (Open to Tier 0, 1, and 2 Applicants)

United Nations Capital Development Fund · 🇬🇭 Accra, Ghana

The Programme Management Specialist will support UNCDF's Ghana country programme, leading programme development, implementation, and management. Key responsibilities include overseeing annual work plans, ensuring alignment with UNDP/UNCDF priorities, managing budgets and financial reporting, leading monitoring and evaluation efforts, coordinating with stakeholders including donors and government entities, and supporting HR and procurement processes. The role requires strong leadership in managing complex development projects funded by international donors, with experience in development finance, digital finance, and youth employment. The position demands proficiency in project cycle management, financial management, and stakeholder engagement, with experience using systems like Quantum and Salesforce-based platforms.

Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Specialist, (IPSA-9), Accra, Ghana (UNCDF) (Open to Tier 0, 1, and 2 Applicants)

United Nations Capital Development Fund · 🇬🇭 Accra, Ghana

The Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Specialist will lead UNCDF's MEL strategy at the country level in Ghana, supporting a portfolio of projects focused on youth empowerment, SME finance, and climate finance. Key responsibilities include designing and implementing monitoring tools, conducting research to identify program learnings, supervising evaluation exercises, and ensuring compliance with corporate MEL requirements. The role involves supporting partners in building business cases, identifying KPIs, and conducting data analysis to inform programming decisions. The incumbent will also contribute to knowledge dissemination, capacity building, and corporate reporting. This position requires a strong background in MEL frameworks, experience in inclusive development, and proficiency in data visualization tools like Power BI.

NATIONAL POST: Programme Analyst, ASRH, (NOB), Accra, Ghana

United Nations Population Fund · 🇬🇭 Accra, Ghana

The Programme Analyst, ASRH role supports UNFPA's mission to advance sexual and reproductive health outcomes for adolescents and youth in Ghana. Key responsibilities include analyzing political, social, and economic trends to inform program design and evaluation, ensuring alignment with national and international frameworks, and facilitating implementation of UNFPA programs. The position involves technical leadership in designing and managing country programs, monitoring results, managing budgets, and coordinating with government, NGOs, and UN agencies. The role also includes advocacy, resource mobilization, and capacity building efforts to advance the ICPD agenda and MDG 5. The position reports to the Programme Specialist, Adolescents & Youth (AYD).

Local Consultant to support the establishment of the Local Technical Committee on Migration in Wa, Kintampo North, Dormaa Central and Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly.

International Organization for Migration · 🇬🇭 Accra, Ghana

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) seeks a Local Consultant to support the establishment and functioning of Local Technical Committees (LTCs) on migration in Wa, Kintampo North, Dormaa Central, and Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly. The role involves coordinating LTC secretariats, facilitating quarterly meetings, developing operational tools, and ensuring alignment with national migration policies and local development plans. The consultant will support migration governance, ethical recruitment, migrant protection, and referral mechanisms at the local level. This is a consultancy position requiring strong coordination, facilitation, and analytical reporting skills.

Biodiversity Finance Manager

United Nations Development Programme · 🇬🇭 Accra, Ghana

The Biodiversity Finance Manager will lead the production of the Biodiversity Expenditure Review (BER), Financial Needs Assessment (FNA), and support the development of the Biodiversity Finance Plan (BFP) for Ghana under the GEF8 Umbrella programme. The role involves collecting and analyzing budgeting data from various stakeholders, mapping biodiversity expenditures, developing methodologies for financial needs assessment, and coordinating stakeholder consultations. The incumbent will work under the supervision of the Senior Finance Specialist (Project Lead) and contribute to knowledge management and reporting activities. The position requires expertise in environmental finance, data analysis, and biodiversity policy, with strong communication and collaboration skills.

UN Health Manager (Open to Internal & External Applicants)

United Nations Development Programme · 🇬🇭 Accra, Ghana

The UN Health Manager is responsible for managing the United Nations Clinic in Accra, Ghana, providing full-time clinical services including medical consultations, emergency care, and preventive health programs to UN staff and their dependents. The role involves supervising clinic staff and operations, coordinating medical evacuations, maintaining medical records, and ensuring compliance with UN healthcare standards. The incumbent must be a licensed physician with extensive clinical and managerial experience, including emergency medicine, occupational health, and experience in international organizations or field deployments. The position requires strong leadership, administrative, and communication skills, with a focus on proactive occupational health policies and crisis response.

Field Associate (3 positions), (NPSA 7), Kumasi, Takoradi, Tamale (Ghana)

United Nations Capital Development Fund · 🇬🇭 Ghana

The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) is seeking three Field Associates to support the technical implementation of development projects in Kumasi, Takoradi, and Tamale, Ghana. The role involves providing technical support to partners, coordinating field activities with local stakeholders, facilitating community engagement, and supporting pilot activities, trainings, and sensitization sessions. Responsibilities include monitoring project implementation, collecting data, preparing reports, and contributing to knowledge-sharing efforts. The position requires strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and monitoring and evaluation skills. The successful candidates will work under the supervision of a Technical Specialist based in Accra and collaborate with various partners and local authorities.

Sustainable Finance Specialist (and BIOFIN Project Lead)

United Nations Development Programme · 🇬🇭 Accra, Ghana

The Sustainable Finance Specialist (BIOFIN Project Lead) leads UNDP Ghana's implementation of the Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN) and supports innovative finance programming. Key responsibilities include managing project activities, supervising consultants and technical teams, coordinating with government stakeholders and development partners, and developing biodiversity finance plans aligned with global frameworks. The role requires strong project management, financial expertise, and experience in biodiversity/environmental finance. The incumbent reports to the Environment and Climate Cluster Lead and works closely with the Innovative Finance and Inclusive Growth Cluster.

Investment Support Officer

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇬🇭 Ghana

National Land Cover and GIS Specialist (TCP/SFW/4008)

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇬🇭 Ghana

Emergency Preparedness & Response Officer

World Food Programme · 🇬🇭 Accra, Ghana

The Emergency Preparedness & Response Officer will support WFP's transition from direct implementation to an enabling role in Ghana, focusing on capacity strengthening, technical assistance, and policy coherence. Key responsibilities include coordinating programs in line with agreements and donor requirements, writing project proposals addressing food insecurity and nutrition needs, managing program budgets, mentoring team members, liaising with government and NGOs, and ensuring adherence to WFP policies and humanitarian principles. The role involves supporting emergency preparedness activities, conducting desk research and analysis, contributing to risk assessments, and engaging in field missions for protection and accountability. The position is part of the Gulf of Guinea Emergency Response team in Accra, Ghana, with an 11-month contract duration.