The Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives (GCNM) seeks to invite applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the above-mentioned vacancy.
REPORTS TO: Governing Council
JOB PURPOSE: To provide strategic leadership, technical and administrative direction for the achievement of the mandate of the College.
JOB SUMMARY
• Initiates actions for the formulation of policies of the College. • Ensures the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the programmes and activities of the College. • Exercises oversight responsibility for the efficient and effective management of the human, material and financial resources of the College. • Represents the College on related international bodies. • Ensures the availability of appropriate internal structures, controls, management and decision-making systems and processes of the College. • Leads in mobilization of Funds for the College. • Undertakes academic ceremonial duties. • Serves as the secretary to the Governing Council and the Academic Board. • Ensures the development of programmes to meet special needs of Fellows, Members, Residents and the Health Sector. • Signs and seals contractual agreements between individuals, groups of persons, organizations and the College. • Collaborates and builds relationship with Government, public and private sector partners and other stakeholders in carrying out the mandate of the College. • Ensures compliance with College Regulations. • Ensures the implementation of audit recommendations. • Ensures the preparation of the annual and other periodic reports of the College. • Ensures the preparation of the budget and work plan of the College. • Ensures the implementation of the Performance management system within the College.
Qualification Required & Experience
• Must be a distinguished Nursing or Midwifery practitioner/scholar. • A PhD holder and a Fellow of GCNM in good standing. • A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in senior management position involving tertiary education, scientific and research institution. • Must pass a selection interview conducted by the Governing Council.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
• Knowledge of the Specialist Health Training. • General knowledge of Health policies and operating procedures. • Good leadership and Strategic management skills. • Good knowledge and understanding of Public Administration System. • Knowledge of administrative practices and procedures. • Good knowledge in financial management and labour laws and regulations. • Good business sense. • High integrity, professionalism and good ethical standard. • Good communication, interpersonal and presentation skills. • Negotiating, networking, lobbying and advocacy skills. • Conflict management skills. • Ability to inspire and motivate. • Knowledge in relevant IT applications. • Monitoring and evaluation skills. • Strong analytical and Report writing skills. • Demonstrates emotional intelligence.
Location: Accra

Interested applicants should:
i. Forward their curriculum vitae with a cover letter to:
The Search Party, Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives, P.M.B. L24, Accra.
Email:
ii. Provide 2 References and Submit them directly to the email address stated.
Closing Date: 15 November, 2024
NB:
I. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. II. RELEVANT DOCUMENTS SHOULD BE AVAILABLE ON THE DAY OF INTERVIEW IF SHORTLISTED.