The Civil Service Council invites applications from suitably qualified Ghanaians for appointment as Director of the Information Services Department. Objective • Provide leadership and strategic direction for the restructuring of the management and operations of the Department. Duties and Responsibilities • Provides professional advice to the Minister of Information for effective decision making • Advice the Ministry on the development of a restructuring plan for the department • Leads the implementation of the reform plan in the department • Provides inputs for sector policy formulation • Provides leadership for the dissemination of government programmes to the public and institutions • Leads the review of press releases and publications by the press and media houses and government institutions • coordinates and monitors departmental activities with regard to press coverage during state events and ceremonies • Maintains good relationship and public image with the international agencies, government and non-government institution including official visitors in articulating government policies, answering queries on issues and sharing government accomplishments with the public and the media • Provides effective management for the department. Qualification Required & Experience • A minimum of Master’s Degree from a recognized University in Communications Studies, Journalism or an equivalent discipline • A minimum of 15 years relevant experience with 7 years in a senior management position in a public service organization or in a reputable private sector organization • Membership of a relevant professional body • Applicants must be able to serve an initial term of 4 years before the statutory retirement age of 60 years • Extensive knowledge in ICT Competencies and Skills • Ability to review technical reports • Ability to demonstrate excellent leadership in performance management • Ability to manage and work with people of diverse backgrounds and interest • Proven ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines • Good human and public relation skills • Must have good experimental knowledge of government policies and programmes • Conversant with the activities of government Ministries, departments and agencies • Abreast of local and international news • Knowledge in basic french language and other foreigh languages Location: Accra How To Apply For The Job Applications should be submitted with the following supporting documents: • Curriculum Vitae • A minimum of 4 page statement (in 1.5cm spacing in 12 font size) on challenging issues affecting the performance of the information services department and how you intend to address them • Addresses of 3 references including telephone numbers and email The applications, together with the above listed documents should be forwarded to: The Head of the Civil Service Office of the Head of the Civil Service P.O.Box M49 Accra Closing Date: 25 April, 2018

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