Deputy Registrar - Ghana Psychology Council

About the role

The Ghana Psychology Council, the regulatory body for the practice of Applied Psychology in Ghana, is recruiting a Deputy Registrar in Accra. The successful candidate works under the leadership of the Registrar and provides direction in the management of all areas of Applied Psychology and advises Directors of health on matters of psychological health.

Key responsibilities

• Provide technical advice on the regulation of the profession and practice of applied psychology, including accrediting training institutions, registering and licensing practitioners and premises.
• Coordinate the activities of all levels and fields of registration at the council's secretariat.
• Carry out monitoring and support visits to accredited institutions across the country.
• Advise and assist the Registrar in developing policies that make best use of psychologists' expertise to improve the quality of life of Ghanaians.
• Monitor the professional activities and practice of council members and ensure adherence to ethics and professional conduct, working with MDA's and other statutory bodies.

Required profile

• At least 10 years of post-qualification experience as a psychologist in Ghana, including 3 years at senior management level.
• Licensed psychologist (any field) with at least 4 years after registration with the Ghana Psychology Council and in good standing.
• Evidence of participation in continuing professional and management development programmes.
• A postgraduate degree in Management is an added advantage.

To apply, send six copies of an application letter, CV, academic and professional certificates and the names, addresses and contact details of two referees, all stapled into an A4 envelope addressed to the Registrar at the Ghana Health Service Headquarters in Accra. Applications close on 20 January 2018.