Project Officer at European Union (EU)

European Union (EU)

  • Accra
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Job DescriptionThe European Union (EU), an economic and political Partnership between 27 European countries. The EU is represented through more than 140 diplomatic representations, known as EU Delegations, which have a similar function to those of an embassy. The EU Delegation to Ghana’s mission is “Building a strong partnership with Ghana to promote Peace and Prosperity for People and Protecting the Planet”.We offerA post of Project Officer in the Cooperation Section under a two-year renewable contract. Under the supervision of the Team Leader, the selected candidate will manage the elaboration and implementation of cooperation projects in Ghana in the field of good governance, with a particular focus on rule of law, fight against corruption, Civil Society Organisations, Human Rights and elections. He/she will also manage projects of horizontal nature linked to the overall cooperation, support the portfolios on youth and migration as required and perform any other tasks required by the Team leader and/or the hierarchy.The place of employment is Delegation of the European Union to Ghana -The Round House – 81, Cantonments Road, P. O. Box 9505 KIA, Accra, Ghana.The selected candidate will be recruited at a minimum basic salary of 25,280.00 GHS (step 1 of the salary grid). Final salary will depend on number of years of relevant proven experience. Benefits, such as accommodation allowance, additional pension scheme and medical insurance are offered to employees and their families under certain conditions.We look for
  • A team player with at least 5 years' experience in the relevant field with good communication and negotiation skills. An eloquent and resourceful professional capable of making public presentations, comfortable in a multi-cultural environment, with a good sense of initiative and capable to deliver very well on short notice.
  • In addition, the requirements are as follows:
  • Compulsory requirement
Eligibility:
  • Ghanaian national
  • Non-nationals should provide a valid residence and work permit at the time of applying
Qualifications
  • Master's Degree in the field of political sciences, development cooperation, law, economics or other related fields.
Location: AccraClosing Date: 9th October, 2025HOW TO APPLYInterested candidates should send their application and supporting documents by email to:indicating as subject:” Application: Project Officer - [Family name and first name]” no later than Thursday 9th October 2025, 16:00hrs Ghana time.Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a written test. Only those who pass the written test will be invited for an interview. Recruitment of the successful candidate will be subject to medical fitness.The application should include a Cover letter and a detailed Europass CV including professional references.

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