Program Analyst - DAI

DAI is an international development company. For more than 45 years, we have worked on the frontlines of international development, tackling fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability. Currently, DAI is delivering results that matter in some 80 countries. Our development solutions turn ideas into impact by bringing together fresh combinations of expertise and innovation across multiple disciplines. Our clients include international development agencies, international lending institutions, private corporations and philanthropies, and national governments.

Program Analyst (Accra, Ghana)

Kosmos Innovation Center (KIC) Program

OVERVIEW

DAI Sustainable Business Group (SBG) helps unlock the commercial potential in growth markets by advising companies on how to demonstrate their long-term commitment to the country's development, optimize their local supply base and labor force, and become a trusted partner for government. DAI is the primary implementing partner of Kosmos Energy in Ghana for its Kosmos Innovation Center (KIC) program, the company's flagship corporate social investment.

The KIC program has 3 core components: the AgriTech Challenge (an annual entrepreneurship development competition), the Incubator, and the Business Booster. The Program Analyst would provide cross-cutting administrative, operational, and technical support across all three elements of the program. The Program Analyst will report directly to the KIC Program Lead, coordinating with the rest of the DAI team and the Kosmos Energy Ghana (KEG) team as appropriate. This is a full-time position based in the KIC Incubator in Accra.

This is a year-long, full-time position. Based on performance review and work planning to take place in December, the position can be renewed for the following year.

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support in administrative and operational aspects of execution of the KIC-Ghana program

• Assist in scheduling meetings with entrepreneurs, KIC coaches, and external parties as requested
• Provide administrative support to the KIC Incubator space, including coordination of supplies, front desk duties, arranging travel, maintenance needs, and other duties
• Support the planning and implementation of training sessions for entrepreneurs in the AgriTech Challenge and in the Incubator
• Support planning and execution of large events for the AgriTech Challenge, such as pitch days and AgriTech Exchange
• Provide technical support to KIC coaches and Team Lead on program deliverables and milestones

• Under the supervision of the DAI Team Lead, support the drafting of reports for the client about ongoing project progress, activity proposals, and other topics as needed
• Assist in quarterly data collection and analysis for monitoring and evaluation of the program
• Under the supervision of the DAI Program Manager and in coordination with DAI home office staff, manage quarterly seed funding disbursements to start up teams

• Ensure compliance with the KIC investment agreement’s reporting and documentation requirements
• Coordinate wire payments between local bank account and start-up bank accounts according to pre-determined schedule
• Provide regular updates and reports on spending to client as requested
• Provide administrative support to any local sub-contractors that require financial reimbursement
• Management of online incubation management platform, including user management, event scheduling, and content creation

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum 2 years of professional work experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Dynamic team player with ability to work collaboratively
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in fast-paced environment
• Experience working with international organizations on program management and/or operations preferred