The Ghana Atomic Energy Commission is the state organization in Ghana involved with surveillance of the use of nuclear energy in Ghana. It is similar in aim to the Ghana Nuclear Society, with the difference being that the GNS is a nonprofit organisation, whereas the GAEC is part of the parliament of Ghana.
The Ghana Atomic Energy Commission, established by an Act of
Parliament, Act 588 of 2000, as the sole Agency in Ghana responsible for all matters relating to peaceful uses of atomic energy, invites applications for the following positions: Director of Internal Audit
Job Summary
• The Director of Internal Audit is responsible for the management of the Commission’s auditing functions to ensure effective & efficient internal control systems.
• He is to advise and report on the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls and governance processes in the Commission.
The Director of Internal Audit will report directly to the Director-General.
Duties / Key Responsibilities
• Prepare internal audit reports for the Commission.
• Undertake audit investigation of the Commission.
• Examine and report on the Commission’s fixed assets register from time to time.
• Provide inputs and proposal for the update of standards, procedures and guidelines for internal audit in the Commission.
• Monitor the implementation of recommendations made in internal audit reports of the Commission.
• Assist in the design and implementation of appropriate training programmes for staff in the internal audit unit of the Commission.
• Review the design and implementation of appropriate training programmes for staff in the internal audit unit of the commission.
• Review the administration of programmes and operations of the commission and recommend corrective actions
Qualification Required & Experience
Applicant must possess or be:
• A Chartered Accountant and a member of an appropriate professional body.
• Must possess post graduate degree in Auditing, Accounting or Finance.
• Must have a minimum of fifteen (15) years relevant experience at least ten (10) of which must have been in a very senior position in a reputable organisation.
• Must have knowledge and experience in Public Sector Accounting and Auditing.
• Must demonstrate knowledge in computer-based accounting/auditing systems.
• A good team player.
• good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Not more than fifty-five (55) years.
Location: Accra
How To Apply For The Job
Application forms may be obtained at the Commission’s Cash Office at a fee of GH¢500.00 or download the forms below:
Download Application Form
A written application together with a completed application form should be submitted to the Director-General at the address below:
The Director-General
Ghana Atomic Energy Commission
P.O. Box LG 80,
Legon Accra.
The application should also include:
• Complete CV of the applicant with names and addresses of three referees
• A two (2) page Vision Statement.
Closing Date: 07 May 2021.
Job Vacancy For Director, Radiation Protection Institute
The Ghana Atomic Energy Commission, established by an Act of
Parliament, Act 588 of 2000, as the sole Agency in Ghana responsible for all matters relating to peaceful uses of atomic energy, invites applications for the following positions: Director, Radiation Protection Institute
The Position:
• A Director of an Institute is an Officer appointed by the Commission and charged with the responsibility for directing the administrative, scientific, technical and commercial functions of the Institute.
Duties/Key responsibilities:
• The Director is to work closely with the Director-General to implement the Commissions’ policies in the Institute.
• Manage, coordinate and steer all nuclear and related research programmes, projects and activities throughout the nation.
• Help develop expertise in the field of Nuclear Science and related technologies.
• Initiate new research proposals in accordance with International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) approved programme for Ghana and coordinate research, scientific, technical and commercial activities in the Institute.
• Enhance the application of Nuclear Science in the field of education and training for the socio-economic development of the country.
• Set priority goals of research and other activities within the Institute in line with the Commission’s policy.
• Steer research and technical operations of the institute, including commercialisation of research outputs.
• Develop and implement the appropriate strategies and systems for effective coordination, monitoring and evaluation of research work within the Institute.
• Create and ensure a sound working environment conducive for the publication of research outputs.
• Ensure availability of funds for research purposes in the Institute;and
• Any other job that may be assigned by the Director-General
Tenure
• The position is for five (5) years but may be renewed for a second term.
Qualification Required & Experience
• Must be of a minimum rank of Principal Research Scientist/Principal Scientific Officer/Associate Professor
• Must possess a higher degree (PhD, DSc and D.Phil.) in either Nuclear or related fields
• Must possess a good sense of direction and managerial leadership
• Must have excellent research, analytical and conceptual capabilities to be able to innovate for performance improvement.
• Must be able to demonstrate maturity, integrity, assertiveness, self-confidence and broad knowledge of the Nuclear and other related fields so as to be able to promote the image of GAEC at national and international fora.
• Must have proven ability to organise and coordinate research activities within the institutes of the commission and to motivate research project leaders to combine research excellence with cost-effectiveness and relevance
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills so as to be able to inspire research and supporting staff
• Must not be more than 55 years old on December 1, 2021
Location: Accra
How To Apply For The Job
Application forms may be obtained at the Commission’s Cash Office at a fee of GH¢500.00 or download the forms below:
Download Application Form
A written application together with a completed application form should be submitted to the Director-General at the address below:
The Director-General
Ghana Atomic Energy Commission
P.O. Box LG 80,
Legon Accra.
The application should also include:
• Complete CV of the applicant with names and addresses of three referees
• A two (2) page Vision Statement.
Closing Date: 07 May 2021.
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