New Vacancy At Local Government Service

The Office of the Head of the Local Government Service (OHLGS) in fulfillment of its mandate of ensuring the effective and efficient day-to-day administration of the Local Government Service (LGS) as provided in the Local Governance Act, 2016  (Act 936) is seeking highly successful and result-oriented person to fill the position of REGIONAL COORDINATING DIRECTOR

The successful candidate will provide leadership in the implementation of Government Programmes, Policies and Plans at a Regional Coordinating Council.

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Job Responsibilities

• Promotes effective coordination and institutional relationships among MMDAs, RCCs, OHLGS and other public and private sector organizations;
• Assesses project proposals and contract agreements to ensure compliance with prescribed laws and regulations;
• Assists in the formulation and implementation of policies at national and local levels;
• Acts as Advisor to the Hon Regional Minister, Head of Service and Development Partners;
• Ensures the development of the capabilities, skills and knowledge of staff;
• Appraises direct reports; and
• Undertakes any other tasks that may be assigned.

Job Qualifications

• Masters degree in Public Policy, Development Economics, Finance, Human Resource Management, Organizational Development, Public Administration Planning or an equivalent discipline;
• Minimum of Fifteen (15) years relevant working experience of which Five (5) years has been in a Director or analogous position in the Local Government Service (LGS);
• Membership of a recognized professional body is an added advantage.

The Ideal candidates must also have the following knowledge, and skills mix:

• Public Financial Management
• Leadership and Managerial skills;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Good problem solving, negotiation and interpersonal skills;
• Good monitoring and evaluation skills;
• Substantial expertise in Public Sector Management, Project Management and Local Government Administration and relevant legislations;
• Excellent analytical skills; and
• Literacy in Information & Communications Technology
• Applicants shall be serving officers of the Local Government Service

Application Procedures : How To Apply

• Interested applicants shall submit an application and attach copies of:

1. Educational Certificates;
2. Continuous Professional Development Certificates;
3. A Two-Page Vision Statement of the position;
4. Curriculum vitae indicating the contact details and addresses of three (3) referees of which one shallbe professionally-related.

• Completed application with all relevant attachments marked ‘APPLICATION FOR REGIONAL COORDINATING DIRECTOR’ shall be submitted before close of work on Wednesday, 30^th of November, 2022 to:

The Head of Service
Office of the Head of the Local Government Service
Post Office Box MB 396
Ministries, Accra

The Official Release

• Check The Official Release Here