Project Officer (Full-Time)

Location: Accra, Ghana
Employment Type: Full-Time
Organization: Korea Foundation for International Healthcare (KOFIH) Ghana
Application Deadline: 7 August 2026

About KOFIH

The Korea Foundation for International Healthcare (KOFIH) is a global health organization committed to improving healthcare systems and strengthening health capacity in partner countries. Through collaboration, innovation, and sustainable development initiatives, KOFIH supports impactful health programmes that improve access to quality healthcare and contribute to healthier communities.

KOFIH Ghana is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and committed Project Officer to support project implementation, administrative operations, stakeholder coordination, and field activities. This role provides an opportunity to contribute to meaningful development and healthcare initiatives while working with local and international partners.

Position Summary

As the Project Officer, you will provide administrative, operational, and coordination support to ensure the effective implementation of KOFIH Ghana’s projects. You will support project planning, documentation, reporting, stakeholder engagement, field activities, and office operations while ensuring that all activities are delivered efficiently and in accordance with organizational standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Project & Administrative Support

As the Project Officer, you will:

• Provide administrative and operational support for office activities and project implementation.
• Support budget monitoring, financial administration, and project expenditure tracking.
• Assist with procurement activities in line with organizational policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate project records, reports, files, and documentation systems.
• Support office asset management, inventory tracking, and administrative controls.
• Provide human resource administration support when required.
• Assist with preparation of project materials, correspondence, and operational documents.

Project Coordination

You will:

• Support the planning, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of project activities.
• Assist in preparing project reports, progress updates, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate logistics for meetings, workshops, training sessions, and project-related activities.
• Maintain effective communication with project stakeholders to support smooth implementation.
• Track project timelines, deliverables, and outstanding action items.
• Support data collection and reporting processes related to project activities.

Public Relations & Office Visibility

You will:

• Support initiatives that strengthen KOFIH Ghana’s visibility and public engagement.
• Assist in developing communication materials and organizational publications.
• Support stakeholder engagement activities and official events.
• Represent KOFIH Ghana professionally when interacting with partners, institutions, and stakeholders.

Field Support

You will:

• Support project activities requiring regular field visits.
• Participate in project monitoring, evaluation, and assessment activities.
• Collect relevant field information and prepare reports following project engagements.
• Provide logistical and coordination support during field activities.
• Assist project teams in identifying implementation challenges and recommending solutions.

Qualifications

Applicants must possess:

• A Bachelor’s Degree or higher from a recognized institution.
• Strong computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and related tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong administrative, organizational, and project coordination abilities.

Preferred Experience

The ideal candidate should have:

• A minimum of five (5) years of full-time professional experience in administration, project coordination, public health, development programmes, or a related field.
• Previous experience working with:
  • Hospitals or healthcare institutions
  • Government agencies
  • International organizations
  • Development partners or donor-funded programmes
• Experience supporting health-related projects or international development initiatives.
• Experience with project reporting, stakeholder coordination, procurement processes, or field implementation activities will be an added advantage.

Required Skills & Competencies

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal skills and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Ability to analyze information, solve problems, and make practical recommendations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team.
• Flexibility and willingness to undertake frequent field assignments.
• Strong coordination and documentation skills.

Employment Details

• Employment Period: Contract engagement until 31 December 2026.
• Probation Period: Six (6) months.
• Contract Renewal: Annual contract renewal will be subject to performance evaluation and organizational requirements.

How to Apply

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