Job Opening at Kintampo Health Research Centre

May 28, 2026 1:20 pm

Job Opening at Kintampo Health Research Centre

Kintampo Health Research Centre is seeking a Project Secretary to join our team in the Bono East Region. If you possess good knowledge of Microsoft Suite, exceptional written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work independently, this one year renewable contract offers the opportunity to answer enquiries, prepare letters and reports, oversee office equipment, assist with presentations, and perform other administrative duties.

Why Kintampo Health Research Centre?

Kintampo Health Research Centre is a well established, African based research centre and one of three field research centres of the Research and Development Division of the Ghana Health Service. Our work influences health policy and practice throughout Ghana, Africa, and the rest of the world. We also offer research and training services nationally and internationally, employing a multidisciplinary staff. Located in the middle belt of Ghana, we value professionalism, organization, and attention to detail. As a Project Secretary, you will not simply answer phones; you will facilitate communications within and outside the institution, support staff with daily operational tasks, and maintain the record keeping systems that keep our research running smoothly.

Your Mission

You will take responsibility for receptionist duties, answering and redirecting phone calls, and responding to enquiries via phone and email. Your role includes maintaining record keeping systems for files, contacts, and the employee directory, preparing letters, reports, memoranda, and meeting minutes, overseeing office equipment and supplies, assisting staff with coordination of schedules and appointments, organizing and distributing messages, maintaining departmental files, assisting with presentations and reports, setting up conference calls, taking messages and minutes during meetings, and performing general administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities

Your role spans reception, record keeping, document preparation, office management, schedule coordination, meeting support, and general administration. Here is what you will tackle:

Reception & Communication

You will answer and redirect phone calls, responding to enquiries via phone and email.
Organizing and distributing messages and memos to appropriate staff.

Record Keeping

You will maintain record keeping systems for files, contacts, and the employee directory.
Maintaining departmental files and records for easy retrieval.

Document Preparation

You will prepare letters, reports, memoranda, and meeting minutes.
Assisting with presentations and reports for internal and external audiences.

Office Management

You will oversee office equipment and supplies, initiating requisitions to replenish inventory.
Ensuring printers, copiers, and other equipment remain functional.

Schedule Coordination

You will assist staff members with coordination of schedules, appointments, and daily operational tasks.
Then, maintaining and prioritizing calendars of activities.

Meeting Support

You will set up conference calls and take messages and minutes during meetings.
Also, ensuring meeting rooms are prepared and technology works.

General Administration

You will perform administrative tasks including filing and photocopying.
Performing other assigned duties by KHRC.

What You Bring to the Role

Qualification

A BA in Secretaryship and Management Studies from a recognized, accredited institution.

Experience

Three years of clerical experience, demonstrating your ability to handle office tasks independently.

Technical Skills

Good knowledge of standard software packages, especially Microsoft Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to maintain electronic and physical filing systems.

Personal Attributes

Ability to work independently, taking initiative without constant supervision.
Organized and professional conduct, representing KHRC positively.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for drafting letters and answering enquiries.
Team working skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary staff.
Attention to details, catching errors in documents or records.
Confidence to handle enquiries and interact with diverse stakeholders.
Organization and time management skills to juggle multiple tasks.
Proactive and uses initiative, anticipating needs before being asked.
Ability to multitask and manage time, balancing reception, record keeping, and meeting support.

Why This Role Suits You

Health Research Impact: Your administrative support will enable research that influences health policy across Ghana and Africa.
Multidisciplinary Environment: You will work with researchers from diverse fields, gaining exposure to health research operations.
Career Foundation: Project Secretary roles lead to senior administrative, executive assistant, or office management positions.
Renewable Contract: The one year renewable contract offers stability for high performers.

Key Details to Remember

Role: Project Secretary
Organisation: Kintampo Health Research Centre
Location: Kintampo North Municipality, Bono East Region
Appointment Type: Full time contract
Duration: One year, renewable
Education Required: BA in Secretaryship and Management Studies
Experience Required: 3 years of clerical experience
Software: Microsoft Suite
Key Skills: Communication, organization, record keeping, meeting support, multitasking

How to Apply for this Nestlé Ghana Job

Applications open from June 1, 2026 to June 12, 2026. Follow these steps to submit your application:

Prepare your comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, and relevant certificates in ONE attachment (MS Word or PDF).
Provide your functional email and mobile phone number on the application letter.
Include two professional referees with their functional email addresses and telephone numbers.
Submit your application through the online link:

Click Here to Apply

Closing Date: 19th June 2026

NOTE:

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