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13 Jul, 2020

UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST

CONSULTANCY SERVICES UNDER WORLD BANK AFRICA CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IN COASTAL RESILIENCE (ACECoR)

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

As part of the Africa Centre of Excellence Impact Project (ACEIII), the World Bank and the Government of Ghana (GoG) is supporting a five-year capacity building program at the University of Cape Coast to promote coastal resilience within the West and Central African sub-regions. The objective of the Africa Centre of Excellence in Coastal Resilience (ACECoR) Project is to support the development of technical and scientific capacity of young African professionals to develop integrated solutions to address coastal degradation in the countries of intervention through short to long-term professional and academic training programmes. It will deliver high quality postgraduate courses, international caliber research focused on addressing coastal developmental challenges. In this context, University of Cape Coast is leading the World Bank (ACE III) Impact project on Capacity Building sub-component. This will be achieved through partnerships and collaboration with academia, research institutions and industry, locally and internationally.

As part of activities aimed at achieving the broader objectives, the University of Cape Coast intends to apply part of the World Bank Funds under the contract to carry out the following consultancy services:

IFT No.: CR/UCC/CS/0001/2020 (UCC/ACE/07/2020)

DESCRIPTION OF ASSIGNMENT

Engagement of Consultant for Design, Architectural and Structural Drawings, Engineering Services and Supervision of Construction of ACECoR Building.

Scope of Assignment

The scope of services includes but not limited to the following:

  • Develop detailed design, working drawings and production information
  • Prepare specifications and provide information to the Quantity Surveyor for the preparation of a detailed cost plan
  • Assist in the production of contract documents and the administration of the project contract
  • Administer the post-contract/construction phase of the project, testing, commissioning and eventual hand-over of the building.

The University of Cape Coast now invites eligible consultants, having relevant professional backgrounds with proven track records, to express their interest in providing the above services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services. Information provided by consultants must include brochures, description of similar assignments undertaken by the consultant and clients for whom those assignments were provided, experience in similar conditions, availability of appropriate skills among staff, etc. that will enable the University to shortlist suitable consultants.

A consultant will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the Public Procurement Act, 2003 (Act 663), as amended, of the Republic of Ghana and shall meet the following criteria:

  1. Certificate of Registration of Firm
  2. Valid Tax Clearance Certificate
  3. VAT Certificate
  4. Valid SSNIT Clearance Certificate
  5. Evidence of registration with Public Procurement Authority
  6. Relevant Experience of Firm
  7. Availability and Experience of relevant key staff

Shortlisted consultants shall be invited to submit technical and financial proposals for consideration.

Interested consultants may obtain further information at the address below from Wednesday July 8, 2020 between 8:00am and 4:30pm. Expressions of interest, comprising one original and four copies, sealed in an envelope clearly marked with the IFT No. and Name of Consultancy service, must be delivered to the address below on or before 4:00pm, Monday, 27th July, 2020. Expression of interest received after the deadline for submission shall be rejected.

Procurement Office

Central Administration Block- Old Site

University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana

Telephone: 233-3321-32480 ext 280, 153

Email: procurement@ucc.edu.gh

13 Jul, 2020

OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR
DIRECTORATE OF RESEARCH, INNOVATION AND CONSULTANCY
JOB VACANCIES
The Directorate of Research, Innovation and Consultancy (DRIC) invites applications from suitably qualified persons with expertise in research administration for the following positions: 
1.    Research Fellow (Grants and Contract Management Administrator)
2.    Research Fellow (Industry, Innovation, Outreach and Extension Services Administrator)
The position of Research Fellow would be appointed and promoted based on the Research Fellows line of progression. 

Position: Research Fellow – Grants and Contract Management Administrator
Job Description – Key Duties and Responsibilities
1.    Identifies and maintains research grant sources, and disseminates research funding opportunities 
2.    Coordinates the setting up of teams for proposal development and provides pre-award support
3.    Prepares all contracts and portfolios for research, grants and consultancies
4.    Keeps complete and accurate database of contracts for sub-awards, research, grants and consultancies
5.    Seeks and manages UCC and DRIC’s registration with international institutes that have research grants and other grant platforms 
6.    Reviews proposals for completeness and compliance with the national and institutional regulations/policies/guidelines/procedures as well as administrative, financial and programmatic (grant project performance) reporting requirements of the award 
7.    Liaises with principal investigators, subcontractors, sponsored project offices and funding agencies 
Qualifications and Experience
1.    Minimum of PhD/ MPhil (Masters with thesis) in a relevant discipline
2.    Additional qualification in Project Management, International Development, or Research Administration will be an advantage
3.    Extensive experience in proposal development for research grants and consultancy services, including the identification, preparation and implementation of research grant 
4.    Extensive experience in sourcing for grants and securing external grants and project funding
5.    Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply sponsor, national and institutional policies, regulations, guidelines, practices and procedures on research grants
6.    Ability to manage high volume and complex transactions
7.    Excellent research and analytical skills
8.    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
9.    Good planning, organisational and administrative skills
10.    Good IT skills and understanding of centralised database management system

Position: Research Fellow – Industry, Innovation, Outreach and Extension Services Administrator
Job Description – Key Duties and Responsibilities
1.    Links industry with researchers and set up funding mechanism 
2.    Identifies linkages of philanthropic individuals and agencies with UCC 
3.    Maintain links with industry players and keep complete and accurate database on same
4.    Seeks patent registration for works of innovation 
5.    Seeks linkages with industry to commercialise innovative research findings 
6.    Liaises with Faculties/Schools to keep record of staff extension services, including identifying relevant areas of support in the community 
7.    Mobilises support for identified areas of need in the community through research or any other means 
8.    Prepares policy briefs for engagement with national policy makers 
9.    Handles business negotiations and teaming agreements with collaborators 
10.    Identifies, coordinates and compiles research business development and strategic research plans of faculty, staff and students
Qualifications and Experience
1.    Minimum of PhD/ MPhil (Masters with thesis) in a relevant discipline
2.    Additional qualification in Marketing, or Business Administration will be an advantage
3.    Effective networking skills and connection with businesses and industry 
4.    Demonstrated understanding of intellectual property rights (patents, copyright and related rights) 
5.    Familiarity with the process of turning fresh ideas into great products and services
6.    Effective client liaison and ability to build relationships 
7.    Good interdisciplinary working skills 
8.    Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
9.    Good planning, organisational and administrative skills
10.    Good IT skills and understanding of centralised database management system

Selection Criteria 
Qualified/shortlisted applicants will be:
1.    interacted with by DRIC 
2.    interviewed by the University

Mode of Application
Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should please submit completed application forms (obtainable from the University website: Senior Members Application Form – Teaching or at the Senior Members Section, Directorate of Human Resource, University of Cape Coast), comprehensive curriculum vitae, together with relevant supporting documents to:

The Registrar
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast

Closing Date for Submission of Application: Friday, 14th August, 2020.
REGISTRAR
 

13 Jul, 2020

OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR

COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND LEGAL STUDIES

FACULTY OF ARTS

DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE AND FILM STUDIES

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the position of Senior Lecturer in the Department of Theatre and Film Studies under the Faculty of Arts, University of Cape Coast.

  1. QUALIFICATION

The preferred candidate must:

  • Hold a terminal degree in Theatre or Film Studies from a reputable University;
  • Demonstrate capacity to establish and lead a vibrant research team to win grants for cutting-edge research.
  • Demonstrate capacity to develop national and international collaborations to support graduate level research and teaching across disciplines.
  • University teaching experience at the Senior Lecturer rank.
  1. JOB DESCRIPTION
  • Teaching courses in Theatre Studies, preferably in Technical Theatre
  • Teaching Masters and PhD students
  • Supervision of MPhil and PhD theses

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should please submit completed application forms (obtainable from the University website: Senior Members Application Form - Teaching or Office of the Director, Directorate of Human Resource, University of Cape Coast and comprehensive curriculum vitae, together with relevant supporting documents to: 

The Registrar

University of Cape Coast

Cape Coast

Ghana

Closing Date for Submission of Application: Friday, 14th August, 2020.

REGISTRAR

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No. of Credits: 
2
Level: 
Level 400
Course Semester: 
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Select Programme(s): 
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No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 400
Course Semester: 
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No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
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Course Semester: 
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Select Programme(s): 
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No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 400
Course Semester: 
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Select Programme(s): 
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No. of Credits: 
2
Level: 
Level 400
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
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Course Code: 
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No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 400
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
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Course Code: 
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No. of Credits: 
2
Level: 
Level 400
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
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