Assistant Head – Assets, Estate & Procurement

About the role

The Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) is seeking a qualified professional to serve as Assistant Head for Assets, Estate and Procurement. The role combines oversight of asset registers, estate facilities and procurement processes to support the organization’s operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement asset management policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate asset registers, including tagging, valuation and periodic audits.
• Monitor utilization, maintenance and disposal of assets in compliance with regulations.
• Oversee office buildings, residential facilities and other estates, ensuring preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Participate in planning, supervising, and managing construction, renovation or refurbishment projects.
• Support procurement of goods, works and services, prepare annual procurement plans and ensure timely execution.
• Conduct bid evaluation, supplier selection and contract management, maintaining supplier databases and monitoring vendor performance.
• Ensure compliance with procurement laws, regulations and internal controls.
• Prepare regular reports on assets, estate and procurement activities for senior management.
• Provide technical advice on policy development and process improvement.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Architecture, Estate Management, Building Technology, Construction, Procurement & Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• Minimum five years of relevant experience in asset management, real estate, procurement and construction, with at least two years in a supervisory capacity.
• Age between 40 and 55 years.
• Membership in GNAT and good standing as a professional teacher is an advantage.
• For GNAT staff, at least two years of internal experience and, where applicable, rank of Assistant Director II.
• Strong knowledge of procurement regulations, asset management systems and estate operations.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to use AutoCAD.
• Experience with ERP software.