Job Vacancy at National Association of Local Authorities of Ghana (NALAG)

Job Vacancy at National Association of Local Authorities of Ghana (NALAG)

POSITION: General Secretary (Chief Executive Officer)

The National Association of Local Authorities of Ghana (NALAG) is in search of a highly skilled, experienced, and visionary individual to fulfill the role of General Secretary (Chief Executive Officer). The perfect applicant must be creative, forward-thinking, and a skilled communicator with a solid grasp of local governance and decentralization in Ghana.

Duties and Responsibilities

The General Secretary shall:

• Direct the National Secretariat and manage the execution of NALAG’s programs and initiatives with the President’s guidance.
• Oversee the daily administration and functioning of the Association
• Execute the resolutions and decisions of the National Delegates Conference (NALAG’s top decision-making entity) and the National Executive Council (policy-creating body).
• Create and enhance strategic collaborations and alliances with important stakeholders.
• Guarantee the effective administration and use of the Association’s resources
• Supervise the financial oversight and responsibility of the association.
• Act on behalf of the Association in media, policy discussions, and public events to advocate for local governance and decentralization.
• Carry out any additional tasks delegated by the National Executive Council.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant area
• Hold a postgraduate degree or diploma in Public Administration, Social Sciences, or a similar field (preferred)
• Possess at least 5 years of management experience in a leadership position.
• Exhibit robust conceptual, strategic thinking, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate assurance, carefulness, and skillfulness in overseeing and guiding the secretariat.
• Have expertise and experience in local and decentralized government matters in Ghana.
• Have outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
• Possess experience collaborating with donor organizations and NGOs.
• Have computer skills with expertise in using the internet and office applications.

Terms and Conditions

• Compensation is open for negotiation, along with extra perks.

Location: Accra

How to Apply for this Job Vacancy at the National Association of Local Authorities of Ghana (NALAG)

Eligible applicants must provide the following items:

• A typed application, a comprehensive CV, and reachable phone numbers
• A statement (200–250 words) detailing their vision and plans for promoting NALAG’s mission.

Send applications to:

The President
National Association of Local Authorities of Ghana (NALAG)
P.O. Box 1953, Accra

Closing Date: 17 March 2025

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