Gaas – NewsBitGh https://newsbitgh.com Your News On The Hour Mon, 15 May 2023 01:23:11 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.2.2 https://i0.wp.com/newsbitgh.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/cropped-NewBitGh-512x512-1.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Gaas – NewsBitGh https://newsbitgh.com 32 32 208867952 Senior Administrative Assistant – Assistant Publications Officer at Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences (GAAS) https://newsbitgh.com/senior-administrative-assistant-assistant-publications-officer-at-ghana-academy-of-arts-and-sciences-gaas/ https://newsbitgh.com/senior-administrative-assistant-assistant-publications-officer-at-ghana-academy-of-arts-and-sciences-gaas/#respond Mon, 15 May 2023 01:23:11 +0000 https://newsbitgh.com/?p=8694

Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences is looking for a detail-oriented, self-motivated, and dynamic team player to occupy the vacant position below;

Job Position: Senior Administrative Assistant – Assistant Publications Officer

Objectives of the Ghana Academy

The Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences (GAAS) was established by an Act of Parliament in 1959, to encourage the creation, acquisition, dissemination, and utilization of knowledge for national development. It is made up of Fellows who have distinguished themselves in the Arts and Sciences and is led by a Council consisting of a President, Vice-Presidents, an Honorary Secretary and other elected members.

The Academy’s work is administered through a Secretariat consisting of the Executive Secretary and other administrative, secretarial and clerical staff. The Executive Secretary is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Academy under the Honorary Secretary, and drives the strategic plan and other policy directives under the general guidance of the Council.

Under the Publications Officer and Executive Secretary, the Assistant Publications Officer provides support and assistance to the Publications Officer in the editing and production of publications such as monographs, policy papers and related documents in addition to assisting in
the development and maintenance of a digital/e-book publishing page/platform.

Scope of Work

• Assist with the organization of manuscripts;
• Create design concepts and layouts;
• Design and produce a wide range of promotional items, such as leaflets, annual reports, brochures, postcards, banner stands and adverts;
• Contribute to the development of new publications working with the Publications Officer;
• Develop and manage the Academy’s digital/e-books platform; and
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Executive Secretary.

Qualification Required & Experience

• At least a Higher School Diploma from a recognized public institution or First Degree in Graphic Design, Publishing, Creative Arts or related fields; and
• Must have at least two years of relevant experience.

Qualities

• Knowledge of design principles, tools, and techniques;
• Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination;
• Have artistic ability and creativity;
• Possess Microsoft Office Suite software skills and use of graphic design software programs, such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.;
• Ability to effectively present ideas – both verbally and visually; and
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.

Tenure

Performance-based promotion or until the incumbent reaches the compulsory retirement age of 60.years.

Remuneration: Remuneration is equivalent to that of an Assistant Publication Officer in a public university in Ghana

Location: Accra

How To Apply For This Job

Applicants are required to submit the complete application pack addressed to the Search Committee, Ghana Academy, through email address:

[email protected] Hard copy applications should also be submitted to the Search Committee at the physical address already indicated.

The application pack whether electronic or hard copy should contain the following:

• Application letter;
• An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae;
• Copies of relevant academic and/or professional certificates; and
• For the positions of Executive Secretary and Procurement Officer, a statement of about 2,500 words indicating how the applicants intend to promote the strategic plan of the Academy.

Closing Date: 31 May, 2023

PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.

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Principal Administrative Assistant – Procurement at Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences (GAAS) https://newsbitgh.com/principal-administrative-assistant-procurement-at-ghana-academy-of-arts-and-sciences-gaas/ https://newsbitgh.com/principal-administrative-assistant-procurement-at-ghana-academy-of-arts-and-sciences-gaas/#respond Mon, 15 May 2023 01:21:22 +0000 https://newsbitgh.com/?p=8695

Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences is looking for a detail-oriented, self-motivated, and dynamic team player to occupy the vacant position below;

Job Position: Principal Administrative Assistant – Procurement

Objectives of the Ghana Academy

The Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences (GAAS) was established by an Act of Parliament in 1959, to encourage the creation, acquisition, dissemination, and utilization of knowledge for national development. It is made up of Fellows who have distinguished themselves in the Arts and Sciences and is led by a Council consisting of a President, Vice-Presidents, an Honorary Secretary and other elected members.

The Academy’s work is administered through a Secretariat consisting of the Executive Secretary and other administrative, secretarial and clerical staff. The Executive Secretary is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Academy under the Honorary Secretary, and drives the strategic plan and other policy directives under the general guidance of the Council.

Under the Senior Assistant Registrar – Procurement and Executive Secretary, the Principal Administrative Assistant – Procurement assists in the preparation of the annual procurement plan and its revision.

Scope of Work

• Assist in tender preparations for goods, works and services within the approved threshold;
• Keep suppliers’ database register;
• Assist in the maintenance of Auditorium Headquarters building;
• Assist in the preparation of bidding documents for goods, works and services within approved threshold for bidding;
• Assist in preparing quarterly procurement status report; and
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the Senior Assistant Registrar – Procurement and the Executive Secretary.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Higher School Diploma/Degree in accounting, business management or a similar field preferred; and
• Two years of experience as a procurement officer or in similar position.

Qualities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software;
• Good analytical and strategic thinking skills; and
• Supervisory and management experience.

Tenure

• Performance-based promotion or until the incumbent reaches the compulsory retirement age of 60 years.

Remuneration: Remuneration is equivalent to that of a Principal Administrative Assistant in a public university in Ghana.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For This Job

Applicants are required to submit the complete application pack addressed to the Search Committee, Ghana Academy, through email address:

[email protected] Hard copy applications should also be submitted to the Search Committee at the physical address already indicated.

The application pack whether electronic or hard copy should contain the following:

• Application letter;
• An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae;
• Copies of relevant academic and/or professional certificates; and
• For the positions of Executive Secretary and Procurement Officer, a statement of about 2,500 words indicating how the applicants intend to promote the strategic plan of the Academy.

Closing Date: 31 May, 2023

PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.

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