JOB PURPOSE

To provide leadership, technical and administrative direction for the achievement of the mandate of the Council.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•   Provides inputs for the formulation of policies relating to Finance and Administration functions of the Council,
•   Ensures the preparation of periodic financial reports of the Council
•   Leads in the sourcing of funding to improve the revenue base of the Council
•   Ensures the provision of adequate logistics for efficient running of the Council.
•   Oversees the implementation of policies, regulations and programmes relating to health safety and wellness within the operational environs of the Council.
•   Advises on revenue mobilisation and management
•   Coordinates the provision of material and financial resources to support the activities of the Council
•   Ensures the collation and production of the annual budget of the Authority
•   Monitors and  control  the flow  of cash  receipts and disbursements in the Council
•   Advises management on prudent financial practices
•   Ensures the implementation of programs, plans and activities of the Division
•   Establishes and review standards and guidelines for Financial and Administrative activities of the Council.
•   Supervises the compilation of annual and other periodic reports for the Division

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A master's degree in Social Sciences or a related discipline from an accredited tertiary institution.
•   A member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICA, GH) or a recognised professional accounting body.
•   A minimum of ten (10) years post-bachelor's degree relevant work experience, five (5) years of which should be in a senior management position in a reputable  organisation.

COMPETENCIES

•   Conversant with relevant Accounting systems
•   Negotiation, networking and lobbying skills
•   Leadership, mentoring and management skills
•   Capacity to inspire and motivate
•   Communication, report writing, and presentation skills.
•   Knowledge of project and programmes management
•   Good knowledge of financial management regulations.
•   Excellent computer skills.
•   High integrity and ethics

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications (in sealed envelopes marked, in the top left corner with the corresponding number of the position being applied for) with a Curriculum Vitae including names and addresses of three (3) referees, should reach the address below:

THE SECRETARY
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMISSION
P. O. BOX GP 1618
ACCRA

Closing Date: 19 November, 2014