Assistant Head, Assets, Estate and Procurement

About the role

The Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) seeks a dynamic professional to lead its assets, estate and procurement functions. Reporting to senior management, the Assistant Head will ensure effective asset stewardship, optimal estate operations, and compliant procurement processes.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement asset management policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate asset registers, including tagging, valuation and periodic audits.
• Monitor asset utilization, maintenance and disposal in line with regulations.
• Oversee office buildings, residential facilities and other estates, ensuring preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Plan, supervise and monitor construction, renovation or refurbishment projects.
• Support procurement of goods, works and services, prepare annual procurement plans and ensure timely execution.
• Participate in bid evaluation, supplier selection, contract management and vendor performance monitoring.
• Prepare regular reports on assets, estate and procurement activities for management review.
• 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 5 years of relevant experience in asset management, real estate, procurement and construction, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Age between 40 and 55 years.
• Professional teacher and GNAT member preferred; GNAT staff should have at least 2 years internal experience.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Experience with ERP software for asset and procurement management.