Ghana Institute of Journalism seeks to employ qualified persons with the requisite academic and professional backgrounds in the key administrative position of Deputy Rector.

Job Summary

The Deputy Rector is the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Institute. He/She:

• Assist the Rector in providing academic and administrative leadership for the institute
• Assists the Rector in providing leadership in achieving the strategic objectives as well as the vision and mission of the institute to promote academic and professional excellence
• Assists the Rector with the management of GIJ's human resources

Job Description

• Assisting the Rector in the performance of his/her duties and other functions related to academic affairs
• Co-ordinating the day-to-day control and administration od academic affairs
• Co-ordinating all academic activites at local national, national and international levels that contribute to the institute's strategic academic direction
• OVerseeing the acedmic activities of the faculties, as well as other independent academic units
• Representing the Rector as and when necessary
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned/delegated by the Rector or the Council.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Must be a holder of a post-graduate qualification in a communication-related and a PhD in an appropriate field. A professional rank will be an advantage
• Must have at least 5 years managerial experience at a senior level in higher education
• Must have a track record of teaching, research and administration at a tertiary level

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications for all the positions should also forward references from three referees, two of whom must be academic. Referees should assess applicants against the eligibility criteria and duties listed above

Interested individuals from both within and outside GIJ should submit a letter of application including curriculum vitae and copies of relevant academic credentials to:

The Registrar
Ghana Institute of Journalism
P.O.Box GP 667
Accra, Ghana

Closing Date: 25 March, 2018