By | 24 February 2020

The University of Ghana invites applications from suitably qualified persons within the institution for the following vacant senior member position in the Physical Development and Municipal Services Directorate (PDMSD).

POSITION: Planning and Development Manager
REPORTING TO:Deputy Director of PDMSD (P.D.P & T)

   
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITY
The Planning and Development Manager, Planning, Development, Projects and Transport Division (P.D.P & T) is part of a team in the PDMSD which is responsible for the management of the Physical Development and Maintenance of the facilities and Properties of the University.


Key Responsibilities
i.    Project management, supervision and the coordination of contractors’ works
ii.   Assist in the development of the University’s Strategic Plans
iii.  Coordinate and help plan essential services such as maintenance, cleaning, waste disposal and recycling
iv.  Ensure buildings meet health and safety requirements
v.   Check that agreed work by staff or contractors has been completed satisfactorily and follow up on any deficiencies
vi.  Respond appropriately to emergencies or urgent issues as they arise and deal with the consequences
vii.  Supervise subordinate staff to achieve the Directorate’s mandate
viii. Provide assistance in any other form as may be required by the Deputy Director

QUALIFICATIONS
The successful applicant must have:
a)    A minimum of a good first degree in any discipline in the building industry (Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Estate Management, etc) from a recognised tertiary institution and must be a member of the recognized professional body with, at least, two (2) years working experience after obtaining professional membership.

b)    A Master’s degree or Post-Graduate Diploma in any discipline in the building industry may be an advantage

c)    Be a current employee of the University of Ghana


Required Skills:
a)    Complete understanding of any building Software applications and practices
b)    Knowledge about Procurement Processes
c)    Creativity and originality in Project Management
d)    Ability to support a team with good communication and relevant skills
e)    Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines efficiently

MODE OF APPLICATION
An applicant is required to submit a complete application pack to the Registrar, University of Ghana, P. O. Box LG25, Legon, Accra, Ghana (Hard copy); or registrar@ug.edu.gh (Soft copy).
The application pack should contain the following:
i.    Completed application form for Senior Administrative and Professional employees (UAB Form 1B) to be downloaded from the University’s website at: www.ug.edu.gh/hrodd;
ii.   An up to date Curriculum Vitae; and,
iii.  Copies of relevant educational and professional certificates.

Only shortlisted applicants would be contacted.

CLOSING DATE
Applications should reach the Registrar not later than the close of day on Monday, 2nd March, 2020.

REGISTRAR
24th January, 2020