HR Officer – Ghana Academy of Art & Sciences

Human Resources & Recruitment
Accra
June 11, 2026
Full Time
Urgent
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Job Description

Job Summary

Under the Executive Secretary, the HR Officer manages human resources functions in compliance with the Labour Act, 2003 (Act 651), the Public Services Commission guidelines, and internal HR policies. The HR works in direct consultation with the Executive Secretary. The role supports recruitment, staff welfare, and performance
management, capacity development and all other strategic and operational HR functions within the organisation.

Key Responsibilities
  • The successful candidate must work to develop appropriate HR Management systems and frameworks at GAAS.
  • Coordinate recruitment and selection processes in line with public service procedures.
  • Support the development of appropriate HR Management Information System.
  • Maintain employee records in accordance with audit and regulatory requirements.
  • Administer payroll inputs, compensation, and benefits in collaboration with finance.
  • Support implementation of performance appraisal systems (e.g., PMS).
  • Handle employee relations, grievances, and disciplinary processes in compliance with GAAS Policies, Council direction and the labour laws.
  • Organize staff training and capacity-building programmes.
  • Liaise with regulatory bodies such as the Public Services Commission, the Ghana Tertiary Education Council, and the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission on relevant HR issues.
  • Perform any other duties assigned by the Executive Secretary.
Qualifications & Experience
  • Master’s degree in Human Resource Management, Public Administration, or related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ relevant post-qualification experience, with at least 2 years in a management or leadership role, within an academic, public sector, or corporate environment.
  • Demonstrable experience and proven track record in HR Management.
  • Membership with a recognized professional body (e.g., IHRMP Ghana) is an advantage.
  • Strong knowledge of higher education systems and governance structures will be an advantage.
Skills & Competencies
  • Knowledge of Ghana Labour Act and public service HR practices.
  • Strong administrative, record-keeping skills and report writing skills.
  • Confidentiality and ethical conduct.
  • Good interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
Tenure

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

MODE OF APPLICATION

Applicants are required to submit the complete application pack addressed to the Search Committee, Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences, through the email address: vacancies@gaas-gh.org

The application pack should contain the following:

  1. Application letter;
  2. An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae;
  3. Copies of relevant academic and/or professional certificates

 CLOSING DATE: THREE WEEKS FROM THE PUBLICATION OF THIS ADVERT.

 NB: ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS SHALL BE CONTACTED

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