Job Vacancy For Administrative Assistant

Ghana Health Service invites applications from suitable and interested candidates, as per the detailed person specification indicated below: Administrative Assistant





Key Duties and Responsibilities





• Provide support to develop and implement public health laboratory programs aligned with national and international guidelines and NPHRL priorities


• Support the writing of compelling grant proposals and managing grants effectively


• Assist in maintaining strong partnerships with stakeholders within the health sector, government agencies, research institutions, and communities


• Assist in office management including handling correspondence, filing, scheduling and maintaining records and databases


• Assist in preparing and organizing meetings, workshops, trainings and events related to projects and programs


• Assist in the development and implementation of policies, procedures and guidelines


• Provide logistical and administrative support for field activities, such as sample collection, testing, reporting, monitoring, supervision and quality assurance


• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership





Qualification Required & Experience





• Bachelor's Degree in Administration, Management, Public Health or related field


• Advanced Degree in a related field is an advantage


• Minimum of 3 years experience in administrative or support role in a health-related


• Experience in grant writing and management will be an advantage


• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and at least one local language


• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications and other relevant software and tools


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with attention to detail and accuracy.


• Knowledge of the public health system and laboratory services in Ghana is an asset


• Proven ability to monitor and evaluate programs using quantitative and qualitative methods


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders


• Experience working in Ghana or a similar developing country context is a strong asset


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and data analysis software is essential





Competencies





• Successful develop, implement and manage at least 2 public health laboratory programs within the first year


• Secure funding for assigned programs through successful grant proposals


• Conduct regular programs monitoring and evaluation, submitting accurate and timely reports


• Establish and maintain effective partnerships with key stakeholders


• Provide training and technical assistance to improve public health laboratory capacity


• Advocate for the importance of public health laboratories and effectively communicate program successes





Location: Accra