University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) recruitment and application details for 2025/2026 have been released. The University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) is inviting applications from interested and suitably qualified persons for different positions available for the 2025/2026 recruitment exercise.
As the University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC), Legon expands its operations; it has secured Financial Clearance to hire additional employees into the positions advertised below. (Note: Salary is based on the Single Spine Salary Structure of the Government of Ghana).
DIRECTOR OF MEDICAL AFFAIRS (Job Ref: DMA/07.0119)
The position holder will have the following duties:
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead in the development of clinical care policies, guidelines, protocols and standards.
- Facilitate and coordinate the functions of Medical and Surgical Specialties, Pharmacy, Nursing and Midwifery, Medical Laboratory, Diagnostics and Imaging Departments/Directorates.
- Lead in the definition, type, level, and mix of clinical care services.
- Lead in the development of systems for monitoring and evaluation of clinical care services across the UGMC.
- Contribute to the planning of capital development projects.
- Ensure quality assurance programmes are in place.
- Contribute to policy development, analysis and review.
- Contribute to the development of medium/long term strategic plans and the implementation and evaluation of health policies.
- Contribute to the development of in-service and post-basic training programmes for clinical care.
- Coordinate Clinical teaching and Postgraduate Clinical programs.
Educational and Professional Qualification
- Fellowship of a Professional Medical Body (e.g. GPGC, WACS).
- Qualification in a Health Management or related field (at least a HAM certificate) is a MUST.
- Evidence of leadership and continuous professional development and training in Health Management.
Knowledge & Experience
- A minimum of FIFTEEN (15) years cumulative clinical experience, FIVE (5) years of which must be at the Secondary/Tertiary level of care.
- A minimum of FIVE (5) years working experience within the total of 15 years in (1) above MUST be in a hospital management/ leadership position.
- Minimum FIVE (5) years Post Fellowship working experience.
- A broad knowledge base and experience in development and implementation of policies and operating procedures, quality assurance and coordinating and implementing research and development programs.
- Evidence of research output and experience in service development.
Skills & Abilities
- Excellent problem-solving, written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to organize and manage workload, work on own initiative, and lead and manage a multi-disciplinary team.
- Work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS (ADMIN & FINANCE) (Job Ref: DO/07.0219)
The position holder will have the following duties:
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Contribute to the development, maintenance and running of a sound
administrative set-up. - Lead in the development of medium/long term strategic plans for the UGMC.
- Facilitate and coordinate the functions of specialized Departments/Directorates like Finance, Human Resource, Legal, IT & Health Information, Procurement and Stores.
- Contribute to the development and dissemination of policies, procedures and guidelines in general administration and other specialized areas like Finance, Human Resource, Procurement, legal, IT and Health Information and Stores.
- Facilitate the development and maintenance of a central database on
health infrastructure. - Contribute to the disposal of obsolete equipment, plants and transport.
- Contribute to policy development, analysis and review in the UGMC.
- Contribute to the development of systems for monitoring and evaluation of procurement management, general administration practices, and health projects across the UGMC.
- Contribute to the implementation and evaluation of national and international health policy directions within the UGMC.
Educational and Professional Qualification
- Post graduate qualifications in Operations/General Management (Master’s or higher or its equivalent) -OR-
- Post graduate qualification in Health Management, Planning and Policy or related fields (Master’s or equivalent).
- Evidence of leadership and continuous professional development and training in Management.
Knowledge & Experience
- A minimum of FIFTEEN (15) years’ working experience in administration or managing organizations, a minimum of FIVE (5) years of which is in a management position.
- A broad knowledge base and experience of policies and operating procedures relating to administration and managing organizations.
- A broad knowledge base and experience of administrative practices and procedures, contract administration, quality assurance and coordinating and implementing Research and Development programmes.
- Secondary/tertiary hospital level experience is an added advantage.
Skills & Abilities
- Excellent problem-solving, computer, written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work on own initiative, lead and manage a multidisciplinary team, organize and manage workload, and meet tight deadlines.
HEAD OF INTERNAL AUDIT (Job Ref: HIA/07.0319)
The position holder will have the following duties:
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide leadership for the Audit Team and coordinate their activities.
- Provide advice on financial and audit policy issues to nonfinance/finance managers.
- Plan financial and operational audits in line with the organization’s objectives, structure, policies, processes, internal controls, and external regulations.
- Identify risk areas, prepare audit scope, objectives and programmes.
- Investigate instances of fraud and make recommendations to prevent future occurrence.
- Assess risks and internal controls by identifying areas of noncompliance.
- Evaluate manual and automated financial processes, identifying process weaknesses, inefficiencies and operational issues.
- Verify assets and liabilities by comparing and analyzing items and supporting documents.
- Provide financial control information by collecting, analyzing and summarizing data and trends.
- Verify all procurement documents by ensuring compliance with relevant existing procurement regulations.
- Assess compliance with financial regulations and undertake financial statements review and controls.
Educational Qualification
- Master’s Degree in Accounting or related field.
- Certified Member of IIAG/ICAG/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA with at least FIVE (5) years post qualification work experience.
- Evidence of continuous professional development.
Knowledge & Experience
- A minimum of EIGHT (8) years total working experience, five (5) years of which must be post qualification.
- Knowledge of general administrative practices and office procedures/protocols.
- Thorough understanding of: General Ledger Accounting practices, Cost Analysis and Accounting Principles.
- Knowledge of Health and Safety, Computer and Accounting Software.
- Demonstrate supervisory/team leader experience.
Skills & Abilities
- Ability to design financial spreadsheets and analyze data and information.
- Possess analytical and problem solving skills and the ability to demonstrate and participate in effective team work.
CHIEF NURSING OFFICER (CNO) / DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF NURSING SERVICES (DDNS) IN CHARGE OF THE FOLLOWING AREAS:
1. OUT-PATIENT DEPARTMENT (Job Ref: OD/07.3819)
2. MOTHER & CHILD SERVICES (Job Ref: MCS/07.3919)
3. THEATRE, SURGICAL & CSSD (Job Ref: TSC/07.4019)
4. EMERGENCY & INTENSIVE CARE (Job Ref: EIC/07.4119)
Qualification for the above listed positions:
- Registered General Nurse/Midwife as applicable.
- Minimum of first degree in Nursing OR Midwifery as applicable. Master’s degree would be an added advantage
- Relevant academic or professional qualification in the respective specialties.
- Proof of continuous professional development & training.
Knowledge & Experience
- Minimum of three (3) years working experience as a Principal Nursing Officer OR Principal Midwifery Officer as may be applicable.
- Secondary/Tertiary hospital level experience would be an added advantage.
- DDNS with a minimum of 3 years’ experience on that grade are encouraged to apply for CNO positions respectively.
CHIEF NURSING OFFICER / DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY SERVICES – INTERNAL MEDICINE/ADMINISTRATION (Job Ref: NMSA/07.4219)
Qualification for the above listed position:
- Registered General Nurse OR Registered Midwife.
- Masters in Nursing/Midwifery preferably Nursing/Midwifery Administration OR Master of Public Health (Health Policy Planning & Management).
- Proof of continuous professional development & training.
Knowledge & Experience
- Experience in Nursing audit, monitoring & evaluation.
- Minimum of THREE (3) years working experience as a Principal Nursing Officer OR Principal Midwifery Officer as may be applicable.
- Experience in Internal Medicine is an added advantage.
- Secondary/tertiary hospital level experience would be an additional added advantage.
- DDNS with a minimum of 3 years’ exp. can apply as CNO
ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONALS:
1. RADIOGRAPHER (Job Ref: R/07.1419)
2. DIETICIAN (Job Ref: D/07.1519)
3. BIOMEDICAL SCIENTIST (Job Ref: BS/07.1619)
4. HEALTH INFORMATION OFFICER (Job Ref: HIO/07.1719)
Qualification for the above-listed Allied Health Professionals:
- Relevant first degree or above.
- Professional license from the Allied Health Professional Council.
- Evidence of continuous professional development and training.
- Minimum of FIVE (5) years working experience in a similar position.
- Secondary/tertiary hospital level experience is an added advantage.
TECHNICAL OFFICER (LAB) (Job Ref: TO/07.3419)
Qualification
- Relevant Diploma.
- Professional license from the Allied Health Professional Council.
- Proof of continuous professional development & training.
- Minimum of FIVE (5) years working experience in a similar position.
- Secondary/Tertiary hospital level experience would be an added advantage.
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST (Job Ref: CP/07.3519)
- Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology or equivalent.
- Minimum of three (3) years post qualification working experience.
- Proof of continuous professional development & training.
- Secondary/tertiary hospital level experience is an added advantage.
- Member of the GPA is an added advantage.
PHARMACIST (GENERALIST OR SPECIALIST) (Job Ref: P/07.1819)
Qualification
- Relevant first degree or above.
- Professional license from Pharmacy Council.
- Minimum of FIVE (5) years working experience in a similar position.
- Proof of continuous professional development & training.
- Secondary/tertiary hospital level experience is an added advantage.
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN (Job Ref: PT/07.2619)
Qualification
- Relevant HND or equivalent
- Minimum of THREE (3) years working experience in a similar position.
- Proof of continuous professional development & training.
- Secondary/tertiary hospital level experience would be an added advantage.
DEPUTY DIRECTOR I.C.T & HEALTH INFORMATION (Job Ref: IHI/07.1919)
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Health Information Management & at least a qualification (a must have) in I.C.T
- Relevant FIVE (5) years post masters qualification work experience.
- Proof of continuous professional development & training.
- Secondary/tertiary hospital level experience would be an added advantage.
PRINCIPAL I.C.T MANAGER (Job Ref: PIM/07.2019)
Qualifications
- Master’s degree & Professional qualification in I.C.T.
- Relevant FIVE (5) years post Master’s degree qualification work experience.
- Evidence of continuous professional development.
- Health sector work experience is an added advantage.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER/ DIGITAL MARKETER(Job Ref: GD /07.3319)
Qualifications
- Diploma or higher or its equivalent in Graphic Designing with in-depth knowledge in digital marketing.
- FIVE (5) years+ experience (in a service oriented organization preferred but not mandatory).
- Knowledge and/or experience in photography and videography are added advantage.
PROGRAMMER (DOTNET) (Job Ref: PDN/07.4419)
Qualification
- First degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
- Applicable professional certifications desired, such as MCAD or MCPD etc.
- Minimum FIVE (5) years post relevant qualification experience.
- Proof of continuous professional development & training.
NETWORK ENGINEER (Job Ref: NE/07.4319)
Qualification
- First degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
- Applicable professional certifications desired, such as CCNA, CCNE, CCIE, and ITIL.
- Minimum FIVE (5) years post-relevant qualification experience.
- Proof of continuous professional development & training
DEPUTY DIRECTOR, FACILITIES MANAGEMENT (Job Ref: FM/07.0419)
Qualification
- Minimum of a First Degree in Architecture/Civil/Estate qualification OR equivalent.
- Must be a certified member of either: Ghana Institute of Architects OR Institute of
Engineering & Technology of Ghana OR Ghana Institute of Engineering (GhIE). - Minimum of EIGHT (8) years post membership work experience.
- Experience in hospital facilities management is an added advantage.
TECHNICIANS/TECHNOLOGISTS:
1.TECHNOLOGIST ELECTRICAL ENGINEER (Job Ref: TEE/07.2919)
2.BUILDING TECHNOLOGIST (Job Ref: BT/07.3019)
3.TECHNOLOGIST (REFRIGERATION & AC) (Job Ref: TRA/07.3119)
4.CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST (Job Ref: CET/07.2819)
Qualification for the above listed Technicians/Technologists:
- Relevant HND or TECHNICIAN (PART THREE).
- Minimum of THREE (3) years working experience in a similar position.
- Evidence of continuous professional development and training.
ELECTRICAL ENGINEER (Job Ref: EE/07.2119)
Qualification
- Relevant first degree or above.
- Minimum of FIVE (5) years working experience in a similar position.
- Evidence of continuous professional development and training.
MECHANICAL ENGINEER (Job Ref: ME/07.2419)
Qualification
- Relevant first degree or above.
- Minimum of THREE (3) years post qualification relevant working experience.
- Evidence of continuing professional development and training.
PLUMBING TECHNICIAN (Job Ref: PT/07.3619)
Qualification
- Advance Certificate in PLUMBING II.
- Minimum of THREE (3) years relevant working experience.
- Proof of continuous professional development & training.
- Health sector work experience is an added advantage.
DEPUTY DIRECTOR, STORES (Job Ref: SM/07.2719)
Qualification
- Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent
- Professional Membership is a MUST
- A minimum of Eight (8) years working experience in stores Management.
- Evidence of continuous professional development and training.
- Health sector work experience in a similar position is an added advantage.
INTERNAL AUDIT OFFICER (Job Ref: IAO/07.2519)
Qualification
- Relevant first degree or above.
- Minimum of THREE (3) years of relevant working experience.
- Evidence of continuous professional development and training.
- Health sector work experience is an added advantage.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGIST (Job Ref: ET/07.2219)
Qualification
- Relevant HND or above.
- Relevant professional license.
- Proof of continuous professional development & training.
- Minimum of THREE (3) years of relevant working experience.
- Health sector work experience is an added advantage.
DRIVER MECHANIC (Job Ref: DM/07.3719)
Qualification
- NVTI Grade I in Automobile Mechanics OR Intermediate Auto Mechanics.
- Minimum of THREE (3) years relevant working experience.
- Proof of continuous professional development & training.
MORTUARY MANAGER (Job Ref: MM/07.3219)
Qualification
- BSc. Molecular/Biological Science or equivalent.
- A minimum of THREE (3) years post degree working experience in a similar position.
- Evidence of continuous professional development and training.
- Secondary/tertiary hospital level experience is an added advantage.
ESTATE MANAGER (Job Ref: EM/07.2319)
Qualification
- Minimum of a Relevant First degree.
- Proof of continuous professional development & training.
- Minimum of THREE (3) years post qualification relevant working experience.
- Health sector work experience is an added advantage
How to Apply for University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) Recruitment
Interested and suitably qualified persons should please send a CV (with two references) and application Letter with copies of their Certificates to:
The Head of Human Resources,
University of Ghana Medical Centre
P.O.BOX LG 25 LEGON- ACCRA.
GA-337-6980,
OR
Email: hr.ugmc@gmail.com.
Please indicate the job reference in the application letter and on the envelope if submitting via hand delivery or postal.
Application Deadline: 2ND AUGUST, 2019.
Only shortlisted applicants shall be contacted. For further information contact: Tel: 030 255 0843 / 030 255 0844
2 comments
Please any recruitment for nurses this year?
looking forward to future updates
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