Human Resource Manager

About the role

The Ghana Psychology Council is seeking a Human Resource Manager to lead the administration of its secretariat in Accra. This senior HR professional will ensure that council decisions are implemented, oversee staff programmes, and support the development of strategic plans for the regulatory body.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day administration of the secretariat and ensure implementation of the Registrar’s decisions.
• Set, coordinate and monitor work programmes to achieve staff targets.
• Provide leadership and supervision for all council programmes and activities.
• Oversee the signing and execution of performance contracts for all staff.
• Prepare, implement and monitor budgets and plans.
• Promote the council’s corporate image and the profession of applied psychology.
• Contribute to policy development, analysis, review and long‑term strategic planning.
• Perform any other functions necessary to achieve the council’s objectives.

Required profile

• Degree or equivalent qualification.
• Strong general knowledge and awareness of current affairs.
• Thorough understanding of the council’s functions.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Dynamic personality with professional behaviour.
• Knowledge of office organisation, procedures and rules.

Required skills

• Shorthand.
• Typing.
• Computer literacy (including email, intranet and internet use).