VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

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Applications are invited from suitably qualified applications who are goal-oriented , results-driven with good leadership qualities, dedicated and enthusiastic for appointment to the following positions:

• Assistant Programme Officers (Culture, Education, Social Science)
• Administrative Officers (Administration & Human Resource (HR) and Research, Monitoring & Evaluation)

POSITION: ASSISTANT PROGRAMME OFFICER

The Assistant Programme Officer position is an entry grade in the professional class of Programme Officers, providing operational support for the efficient and effective performance of the functions of the Programme Unit. The conditions of service is therefore as pertains in the Public Service of Ghana.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Collects data for the formulation of policies
2. Implements programme and activities of the unit
3. Participates in the conduct of advocacy, training and outreach programmes.
4. Collects data for the development and review of programmes and projects related to the Unit.
5. Participates in the conduct of research.
6. Collects data for the preparation of annual work plan and budget of the Unit.
7. Collects data for the preparation of annual and other periodic reports of the Unit.

Qualification and Experience
Must:

• have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Heritage Studies,Education, Humanities or a related field from an accredited tertiary institution.
• have completed National Service.
• have a good command of written and spoken English language. A working knowledge of other languages of the UN system, preferably French, would be an advantage.
• pass a competitive selection interview conducted by the Ghana Commission for UNESCO in collaboration with the Public Services Commission (PSC).
• relevant work experience will be an added advantage.
• not be more than 35 years by 31st December 2026.

Competencies

• Research and technical skills
• Communication and presentation skills.
• Hign integrity and good ethical standards.
• Knowledge in relevant IT applications.

POSITION: ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (ADMINISTRATION & HUMAN RESOURCE)

The Administrative Officer position is an entry grade in the professional class of the Administrative class, providing operational support for the efficient and effective performance of the Administration and Human Resource Management functions of the Commission. The conditions of service is therefore as pertains in the Public Service of Ghana.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Collects data for the formulation of policies.
2. Implements programmes and activities of the Unit.
3. Implements programmes and activities relating to employee well being and conducive work environment.
4. Facilitates training, learning and development activities.
5. Collects data for the development of a mechanism for recruitment, placement, promotion,succession planning and the smooth exit of staff.
6. Drafts routine correspondence.
7. Covers and produces minutes of meetings.
8. Facilitates the organisation of meetings, seminars, conferences and workshops.
9. Collects data for the preparation of annual and other periodic reports of the Unit.
10. Collects data for the preparation of annual work plan and budget of the Unit.

Qualifications and Experience

1. A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Humanities or any other related discipline from an accredited tertiary institution.
2. Must have completed National Service.
3. Must pass a selection interview conducted by the Commission in collaboration with thePublic Services Commission.
4. Relevant work experience will be an added advantage.
5. Not be more than 35 years by 31st December 2026.

Competencies

• Communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Knowledge in relevant IT applications
• Basic knowledge in labour laws and regulations
• High integrity and good ethical standards

POSITION: ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (RESEARCH, MONITORING & EVALUATION OFFICER)

The Administrative Officer [Research, Monitoring and Evaluation (RM&E)] position is an entry grade, providing operational support for the efficient and effective performance of the functions of the Administrative Unit of the Commission. The conditions of service is therefore as pertains in the Public Service of Ghana.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Collect data for the formulation of policies.
2. Implements the programmes and activities.
3. Collect data for the development of guidelines and strategies for the conduct of research,monitoring and evaluations of activities of the Commission.
4. Collect and collate data for the preparation of fact sheets, policy briefs, research findings,reports, and peer-reviewed articles.
5. Collect data for the development of research agenda, research proposals and the preparation of resource mobilization plan.
6. Participate in the conduct of research.
7. Collect data for the preparation of annual and other periodic reports of the Division.
8. Collect data for the preparation of the annual budget and work plan of the Division.
9. Not be more than 35 years by 31st December 2026.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Social Sciences or any other related discipline from an accredited tertiary institution.
• Must have completed National Service.
• Have a good command of written and spoken English language.
• Must pass a selection interview conducted by the Commission in collaboration with thePublic Services Commission.
• Relevant work experience will be an added advantage.
• Not be more than 35 years by 31st December 2026.

Competencies

• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge in the use of Statistical applications
• Knowledge in quantitative and qualitative research skills
• Monitoring and evaluation skills
• Good team-player
• Innovative skills
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Knowledge in relevant IT applications

HOW TO APPLY

All interested applicants must complete the application process via this link (https://forms.gle/1kW3W4Y1PBFPhVy88), attaching current CV (which contains names, addresses and contacts of referees), relevant certificates of National Service, bachelor’s degree and any other relevant certificate of not more than 10MB within a week after this publication.

Successful applicants must pass a selection interview and medical evaluation.

KINDLY NOTE THAT ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED FOR INTERVIEW

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