The MINISTRY OF EDUCATION seeks to employ an Executive Director for the Council for Technical/Vocational Education and Training (COTVET) as enshrined in the Education Act 2008, Act 778. The main function of COTVET is to co-ordinate and oversee all aspects of Technical and Vocational Education and Training in the country.

The Executive Director will provide the strategic direction and technical/administrative leadership for the achievement of the mandate of the Council.

Main Scope of Work:

•  Responsible for the day to day administrative of the secretariat;
•  Initiate the review of existing National Technical and Vocational Education and Training policies;
•  Make recommendations to the Board for policy amendments;
•  Co-ordinate the translation of policies and strategies into operational plans;
•  Provide technical advice and support to standing committees of COTVET;
•  Ensure the establishment of appropriate accounting systems, standards and procedures for COTVET;
•  Establish cooperation between international agencies and development partners to mobilize funds;
•  Ensure implementation of strategies, policies and procedures to facilitate the achievement of COTVET's operational objectives;
•  Advise the Board on long-term financing and recommend strategies to enhance revenue generation;
•  Prepare and submit quarterly/annual and other periodic reports on the operations of the board

Salary: Very competitive with attractive benefits

Qualification Required & Experience

•  Degree in Technical and Vocational Education or related area preferably at the Masters Level
•  At least ten (10) years experience in the development of Technical and Vocational Education and Training, seven (7) of which should be at the management level

Competencies:

•  Visionary
•  Comparative Public Policy Analysis
•  Strategic and Project Management
•  Organizational Development and Social Change
•  Critical and Innovative Thinking
•  Team and Managerial Leadership
•  Technical and Professional Expertise
•  Communications
•  Computing and Public Relations
•  Negotiation, Diplomacy and Lobbying

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants are to submit the following in addition to an application letter. Detailed Curriculum Vitae with contact telephone numbers, e-mail addresses, three (3) referees and a brief statement on current job responsibilities to:

The Chief Director
Ministry of Education
P. O. Box M45
Accra

Closing Date: 22 February, 2013