Administrative Officer

About the role

The West African Examinations Council, a sub-regional body conducting examinations in English-speaking West African countries, is recruiting suitably qualified Ghanaians for a vacancy in its Ghana National offices. The Administrative Officer reports to the Head of Administration and must be able to plan and monitor work to help meet the organisation's strategic goals.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in implementing the Council's plans, programmes and objectives
• Help control and manage staff activities to ensure efficiency
• Assist in writing reports and taking minutes at committee meetings
• Assist in arranging the administration of examinations

Required profile

• University degree in Administration or Social Sciences
• At least four years of post-graduation experience
• Applicant must not be older than 35 at the time of applying
• Good human relations, analytical, writing and communication skills, and a high sense of integrity
• Ability to work under pressure

Required skills

• Computer literacy
• Desirable: leadership ability, confidentiality and reliability, good organisational and coordination skills, team player

To apply, candidates download the application form from the Council's website and send it to the Registrar, West African Examinations Council, P.O. Box 125, Accra, Ghana, addressed to the Deputy Director, HRM. The closing date is 28 October 2013.