Project Officer - GH-RESPOND Project
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The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) is hiring a Project Officer to support the GH-RESPOND project, which aims to strengthen Ghana's multi-hazard early warning system and disaster risk reduction. The role involves project administration, procurement, financial management, reporting, and logistical support. The position is based in Accra on a contract basis.
- Contract role with EPA supporting a climate resilience project in Ghana
- Involves procurement, financial management, and project administration
- Requires a bachelor's degree and at least one year of relevant experience
- Based in Accra, Greater Accra region
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Vacancies
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18 Sep 2026
Job Type
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Accra, Greater Accra
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Job Description
Environmental Protection Authority (EPA)
Vacancy Announcement
Advancing Multi-Hazard Early Warning System (MHEWS) to Support Enhanced Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) in Ghana ("GH-RESPOND")
Background
The Environmental Protection Authority is inviting applications from qualified professionals for positions to support the implementation of a project in accordance with the approved project document, work plan and budget.
The GH-RESPOND project is to enhance community resilience to climate-induced hazards by establishing a robust Impact-Based Multi-Hazard Early Warning System (IB-MHEWS). The project integrates climate information services and anticipatory action mechanisms to ensure timely, accurate and actionable early warnings for disaster risk reduction. It is aligned with Ghana's Nationally Determined Contributions and other priorities, including the National Climate Change Policy and National Disaster Risk Reduction Policy.
Ghana faces escalating climate risks driven by increasing variability and intensity of weather patterns, including floods, droughts and extreme heat events. Vulnerable communities are disproportionately impacted, with social and economic consequences affecting livelihoods, public health and infrastructure. EPA, in collaboration with the Government of Ghana and key stakeholders, has initiated the GH-RESPOND Project (Ghana Resilience and Emergency Support Platform).
Position
Project Officer for the GH-RESPOND Project Preparatory Facility Implementation.
Roles And
Responsibilities
- Assist the Project Manager in the day-to-day management and administration of the project, including procurement, financial management and logistical arrangements.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date project records and documentation, including contracts, invoices, receipts and correspondence.
- Provide administrative and logistical support to the project team, including arranging meetings, workshops and travel.
- Prepare and manage contracts and agreements with consultants, suppliers and service providers and ensure that they deliver high-quality goods and services in a timely and cost-effective manner.
- Monitor and manage project expenditures and cash flows to ensure that they are in accordance with the approved budget and work plan.
- Prepare and submit accurate and timely financial reports and statements to the Project Manager and other relevant stakeholders.
- Carry out project completion and closure activities, ensuring the project is completed on time.
- Required Skills And Experiences
- Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field such as project management, finance, accounting or business administration.
- At least one year of professional
Experience
in project administration, procurement and financial management, preferably in the context of international development projects.
Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date project records and documentation.
Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with a diverse team of professionals and stakeholders.
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant software applications.
Fluency in English, both written and spoken, with good report-writing and presentation skills. Knowledge of local Ghanaian language(s) is an advantage.
Deliverables/Outputs
The Project Officer will support the Project Manager in producing the following:
Inception Report:
A detailed report outlining the project's objectives, scope, approach, workplan, budget and timeline, to be submitted within one month of project start-up.
Project Workplan and Budget:
A comprehensive and regularly updated workplan and budget for the project, outlining all activities, milestones and resource requirements.
Progress Reports:
Regular monthly, quarterly and annual technical and financial progress reports highlighting project achievements, challenges and lessons learned, and comparing progress against planned targets and milestones.
Final Project Report:
A comprehensive final report summarising project achievements, outcomes and impacts, as well as lessons learned and recommendations for sustainability and replication.
Project Documentation and Records:
Accurate and up-to-date project documentation and records, including contracts, invoices, receipts, correspondence and other relevant documents, properly filed and archived for easy retrieval and reference.
Handover Report:
A detailed handover report at the end of the project, outlining all project activities, deliverables and achievements, as well as any outstanding issues or recommendations for follow-up actions.
Duration For The Assignment
Six months.
Mode Of Application
Interested and eligible applicants may apply and attach five Curriculum Vitae addressed to: The Chief Executive Officer, Environmental Protection Authority, P. O. Box M 326, Accra, 91 Starlet Street, GPS: GA-107-1998.
Submission:
Second Floor Room 207, Procurement Department.
Friday, 18 September 2026 by 2:00 pm GMT.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview.
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Job Type
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Accra, Greater Accra
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About the Employer
Environmental Protection Authority (EPA)
Government & Public Sector
The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA Ghana) is an authority established by EPA Act 490, 1994 (which was an Agency) but later repealed and replaced with the Environmental Protection Act, 2025 (becoming an authority]
The EPA was established under the Environmental Protection Authority Act,2025 (Act 1124) as the leading public body responsible for the protection and improvement of the environment in Ghana. It is responsible for enforcing environmental policy and legislation, prescribing standards and guidelines, inspecting and regulating businesses, and responding to emergency incidents.
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