Chief of Staff / Head of Operations
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The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA Ghana) is hiring a strategic Chief of Staff / Head of Operations to oversee daily operations, lead advocacy and public policy engagement, manage a 2,000-contact network, support fundraising and donor reporting, and strengthen organisational systems. The role requires an advanced degree and at least seven years of managerial experience in a think tank, NGO, or similar organisation.
- Senior leadership role at a leading Ghanaian public policy think tank
- Oversee operations, advocacy, fundraising, and donor reporting
- Manage and update a network of 2,000 national and international contacts
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The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA Ghana) is hiring a strategic Chief of Staff / Head of Operations to oversee daily operations, lead advocacy and public policy engagement, manage a 2,000-contact network, support fundraising and donor reporting, and strengthen organisational systems. The role requires an advanced degree and at least seven years of managerial experience in a think tank, NGO, or similar organisation.
- Senior leadership role at a leading Ghanaian public policy think tank
- Oversee operations, advocacy, fundraising, and donor reporting
- Manage and update a network of 2,000 national and international contacts
- Requires advanced degree and at least 7 years managerial experience
- Women are especially encouraged to apply
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07 Sep 2026
Job Type: Full-time
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Job Description
- The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA Ghana), a leading independent public policy think tank, is seeking a strategic and results-driven Chief of Staff / Head of Operations to strengthen its organisational effectiveness and support its leadership team.
- The role is suited to an experienced professional with a strong background in organisational management, public policy, advocacy, fundraising, donor engagement, and digital media.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day operations and drive staff accountability.
- Lead IEA Ghana's advocacy programme and public policy engagement.
- Manage and regularly update a network of 2,000 key national and international contacts.
- Leverage digital media to increase visibility and stakeholder engagement.
- Support fundraising and prepare donor/funder reports.
- Strengthen organisational systems and processes.
Requirements
- Advanced degree in a relevant field.
- At least seven years of managerial
Experience
in a think tank, NGO, or similar organisation.
Proven organisational management and team-building experience.
with donor reporting, fundraising, and digital media.
Strong knowledge of public policy and Ghana's development landscape.
Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
Ability to write clearly and concisely.
How to apply
Submit your CV, cover letter, and a maximum one-page explanation of one major problem facing Ghana and how you would tackle it to
[email protected]
. Use
Application - Chief of Staff, IEA Ghana
as the subject. Women are especially encouraged to apply.
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Negotiable
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07 Sep 2026
Job Type: Full-time
Accra, Greater Accra
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