Chairman, Board of Directors
Eco Vision Savings & Loans Company
Total years of experience :26 years, 11 Months
Strategic direction of the company, Approval of granting of loans over and above certain figure, approval of loans to clients over and above certain figure, approval for the appointment of top management staff of the company, approval for the acquisition of assets, approval of annual budget and work plan, appointment of exeternal auditors for the company, approval of annual audit report of the company, ensuring that risk and compliance issues are comply with without any compromise.
May 2007 - May 2013 Member, New Times Corporation's Board of Directors
• Was responsible for the day to day administration of the Corporation
• Ensured that the Corporation’s policies were adhered to, all operational activities were prudently coordinated and controlled so as to maximize and ultimately enhance profitability and objectives of the Corporation.
• Was responsible for the introduction of systems/processes that ensured an overall good performance of the Corporation.
• Prepared regular reports on the performance of the Corporation for the Board as well as advising them on corporate and operational policies and procedures.
• Supervised and coordinated operational activities of the various divisions/departments of the corporation to ensure the attainment of goals and targets as directed by the strategic plan.
• Planned, developed, implemented and continuously drove strategies for generating revenue for the corporation as well as enhancing the corporation’s business plan.
• Oversaw the smooth operations of the corporation to ensure production efficiency, quality of service, cost as well as effective management of resources.
• Ensured leadership and direction for total resources mobilization for the promotion of policies and activities of the corporation and this led to improvement in production, distribution and financial sustainability.
• Developed and implemented strategies to ensure a progressively enhanced positive image of the corporation at all times. Also ensured compliance with legal and regulatory framework.
• Adopted effective means of communication, which ensured that the corporation’s policies were well understood by all and were strictly adhered to.
• Served as an effective link between the Board and the staff of the Corporation, keeping each other abreast on issues, decisions taken and their implementation.
• Gave direction and leadership to Management and organization towards the attainment of the corporation’s philosophy, mission and vision.
• Implemented appropriate staffing levels and a human resources management plan to facilitate delivery of services. Also, built an outstanding and a well motivated team of staff.
• Established formal responsibilities and accountabilities of all staff and ensured that performance was evaluated on periodic basis through a performance management system.
• Drove and managed all communication efforts and strategies of the company.
• Presented to the Board the annual budget of the corporation, instituted measures to ensure its implementation and reported on all variances.
• Developed comprehensive monitoring and evaluation systems to assess the overall performance of the corporation as well as building a strong brand for our products.
• Ensured that all risks attached to the corporation’s activities, assets, investments and resources were regularly and properly evaluated, monitored and adequately secured.
• Designed and implemented plans to meet target on weekly, monthly and annual basis.
• Presented audit reports, annual work plan, mid-year reports on the implementation of the work plan to the board. Implemented the decisions, policies, and other directives of the Board and reported to them on the outcome from time to time.
• Developed and maintained a philosophy of management and corporate culture which fostered co-operation, hard work as well as partnership with key stakeholders on sustainable basis.
• Submitted to the Board an annual report on the activities of the corporation.
• I also performed other duties and responsibilities that were assigned to me by the Board.
• Established and oversee a management and reporting system for the efficient running of the secretariat.
• Ensured effective co-ordination and monitoring of the activities of the various divisions of the Commission
• Handled the organizations’ manpower planning staff, selection, recruitment process and succession plan.
• Responsible for the establishment and achievement of realistic goals, objectives and programmes within the Sector.
• Assisted in the formulation of efficient and effective sector policies and ensured the consistent application of approved policy and management practices within the Sector.
• Ensured that plans and programmes developed by the Commission were implemented successfully.
• Provided advisory support to Directors of Departments and Institutions under the Commission on policies and best practices relating to Human Resources management, procurement, financial administration, etc.
• Responsible for the implementation of policies, rules and regulations in the daily administration of the Commission.
• Responsible for the promotion of effective Employees relations in the Commission and its agencies.
• Led and managed the development and implementation of appropriate human resources strategies, policies and programmes and ensured such policies and programmes and strategies support Commission’s mandate and goals.
• Ensured the effective organization and development of training programmes, consistent with sectional policies and programmes.
• Coordinated the preparation of the entire Commission and its Agencies annual budget and defended it at the Budget Hearing.
• Managed and implemented all the communication strategies of the commission.
• Developed and managed strategies for improved corporate image of the commission
• Established systems for effective inter-sectoral collaboration and operation to avoid duplication and to achieve harmonization of programmes and harnessing of resources.
• Recommended major changes in the organizational structure of the Commission and its implementing agencies.
• Developed system of effective work-flow and feed back on the activities within the sector
• Collaborated with Directors and Management of Organizations and Institutions under the Commission to effect organizational changes and implemented them successfully in line with the organizations vision and mandate.
• Was responsible for the safe custody of official documents of the Commission.
• Recommended the disbursement of approved budgetary allocation in accordance
with prevailing financial regulations and reported on it from time to time.
• Ensured effective communication within the sector.
• Collected and collated quarterly, half yearly and annual reports for publication
• Recommended any actions involving disposal of capital assets of the Commission.
• Ensured the development and enforcement of an effective system of discipline within the Sector.
• Chairman of Entity Tender Committee for the procurement of goods and services.
• Acted in the absence of the Chairman
• Performed other duties referred to me by the Chairman or the Board
2005 - 2007 Member, Board of National Commission on Culture
1998 - 2007 Principal Associate Consultant, Uphills Consult
• Staff Recruitment, Placement and Separation
Coordinated the recruitment of all grades of personnel. Advertised vacant positions, short-listed applications, served on the interview panel, select and placed staff in appropriate positions. Requested for referees’ reports. Developed and co-ordinate orientation programmes for newly recruited staff. Monitored and reviewed regularly system and programmes designed to attract, motivate and retained high caliber of staff. Responsible also for separation of staff as well as handling of exit interviews.
• Initiated and Implemented Human Resources & Administrative Policies
Initiated and developed effective Human Resources and Administrative Strategies and policies. Reviewed the organizations’ human resource management and administrative policies to reflect current trends and thinking in the industry as well as ensuring conformity with labour legislation and practices. Formulated policy proposals for approval and implementation by management in core areas of human resources management and general administration. Led and managed the development and implementation of appropriate Human Resources Strategies policies and programmes to improve on the HR capacities in the Commission, ensuring at the same time that these policies, programmes and strategies are in line with organizational goals.
• Staff Training and Development
Designed and implemented effective staff training and development programmes. Prepared guidelines for use by head of Departments in planning their training
programmes. Coordinated corporate training programmes and budget. Identified staff staffing training needs and placed staff on training programmes. Evaluated staff training programmes. Facilitated at training courses organized for staff. Dealt with management training institutions. Was responsible also for staff career development as well as succession plan of the organization. Developed and implemented effective systems for the maintenance of training records.
• Transport Management
Coordinated all transport issues of the organization and management of the organisation’s fleet of cars. Approved requisition for vehicles, insurance, investigated accidents and prepared reports for management decision. Supervised and monitor the movement of drivers and vehicles. Saw to the general maintenance of vehicles, purchases, disposal registration.
Ensured adequate insurance of the organisation’s properties. Controlled fuel stock and its allocation.
• Advisory Services
Provided advisory services to management about policies and best practices related to Human Resources Management in the Commission.
• Benefits and Compensation Administration
Was responsible for the development of a system of benefits and compensation for the organization. Recommended appropriate benefits and compensation for management’s approval. Undertook periodic benefits and compensations survey.
Responsible for all aspects of the Commission’s benefits and compensation issues. Managed and monitored the job evaluation and grading systems of the organization. Designed and monitored the effectiveness of the reward system and its linkage to performance. Responsible for the effective management of the payroll.
• Staff Performance Management and Appraisal
Again was responsible for the effective management of staff performance management and appraisal systems. Appraised subordinate staff and made recommendations for improvement, training, promotion, increment and for employee’s feedback and transfer. Assisted other staff and departmental heads in appraising their staff. Coordinated the organisation’s performance management scheme as well as staff appraisal systems. Drew guidelines for supervisors on appraising their subordinates.
2003 - 2005 Secretary to the Commission, Ghana Atomic Energy Commission
2003 - 2005 Chairman, GAEC Schools Management Committee
o 2004 - Solely conducted Human Resources Audit for GIHOC Footware, Kumasi. (This
was to enable Divestiture Implementation Committee pay the employees their severance benefits)
o 2002 - Was the sole Consultant for the restructuring of Reiss Information System
(a subsidiary of Reiss & Co)
o 2001 - Was part of the team which conducted Manpower and Skills Audit for Ghana
Airways.
o 2000 -Took part in the re-organisation of the Human Resources/Administration
Departments of Abosso Goldfields Ltd.
• JANUARY, 1997 - SEPTEMBER, 1999
HEAD OF HUMAN RESOURCES (CONTRACT APPOINTMENT)
PSC TEMA SHIPYARD LTD
TEMA
1995 - 1998 Senior Associate Consultant (HR) Focus Consultants Ltd
• Was responsible for industrial and employees relations of the Company
• Handled staff recruitment, placement and orientation
• Was responsible for manpower planning of the Company
• Was a member of Standing Joint Negotiation Committee for collective bargaining of terms and conditions of service for unionized workers and senior staff.
• Handled staff welfare matters
• Administered the benefit and compensation schemes of the company.
• Responsible for staff performance management and annual appraisal system.
• Prepared reports ie. quarterly, half yearly and annually.
• Safe keeping of human resources and other confidential documents
• Was responsible for staff training and development issues
• Managed the health and safety issues of the Company.
• Handled the travel arrangement of both Ghanaians and expatriate staff
• Was responsible for efficient and effective communication within the Company.
• Coordinated human resources and administrative matters of the entire organization
• Was responsible for estate and facilities management.
• Handled other assignments referred to me by the Director of Administration
CONSULTANCY EXPERIENCE
My consultancy experience also cover the following areas:
1. Preparation of Human Resources/Administrative Policies
2. Organizational Analysis, Restructuring and Re-engineering
3. Executive Search and Placement
4. Preparation of Manpower Plans
5. Preparation of Job Description and Scheme of Service
6. Job Evaluation and Compensation Restructuring
7. Identification of Training Needs
8. Training and Development of Employees
9. Collective Bargaining/Industrial Relations
10. Designing of Human Resources Forms
11. Manpower and Skills Audit
SOME MAJOR CONSULTANCY ASSIGNMENTS IN WHICH I PARTICIPATED
o 1996 -Took part in the restructuring and re-engineering of Bonte Gold Mines Ltd
o 1996 -Was a member of the team that undertook capacity building programmes for the staff of Bonte Gold Mines Ltd.
o 1997 -Was a member of the team which did assessment of the training needs for the staff of Bank for Housing and Construction.
o 1997 -Was part of the team that conducted training programms for the staff of
Resolute Amansie Resources.
o 1998 - Was part of the team which wrote Job Descriptions for all the job positions at
Ghana Cotton Company.
o 1999 - Was part of the team which conducted training programmes for the staff of
Ghana Airways.
Marking of examinations scripts of GCE A-Level candidates in Government
• Handled the Commission’s Public Relations and Protocol matters.
• Handled staff recruitment, placement and induction as well as separation
• Was responsible for employees welfare matters
• Responsible for employees relation matters.
• Initiated and implemented Human Resources and Administrative Policies for the Commission.
• Managed the Commission’s fleet of cars
• Responsible for staff training and development
• A member of management team for collective bargaining/negotiation with Union and Senior Staff Association.
• Handled the health and safety matters of the employees.
• Estates management
• Was responsible for office management and ensured on efficient and smooth mailing system.
• Preparation of reports - ie. annual, half yearly and quarterly
• Handled Security matters of the Commission
• Handled any other duties referred to me by the Director (Finance and Administration).
Recorder at the meetings of Forestry Commission
• Staff Recruitment, placement, induction and separation
• Responsible for employees and industrial relation issues
• Handled staff welfare matters
• Managed health and safety issues of staff
• Preparation of reports ie. quarterly, half yearly and annually
• Staff performance management and annual appraisal
• Member of Standing Joint Consultative Committee
• Did perform other duties referred to me by the Civilian Labour Officer
• Executive Certificate in Business Administration - GSG&L, 2010 • Chief Executive Programme - GIMPA, 2010
• Professional Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing - CIMG- 2009
• Certificate in Public Relations, Advertising & Marketing - GIJ, 2006
• Professional Certificate in Corporate Governance - I0D-G, 2004
• 10th -14 Oct. 2001: Strategic Management Programme organized by Central Communications and Consulting Company Ltd. [Part of my professional development programmes]
• Chartered Institute of Bankers (Intermediate Certificate) - 2000
• 4th - 7 Dec. 1999: Leadership in Senior Management Course at the National Banking College.
• 19th - 21 August, 1999: Kam Consulting Ltd's. Programme on Effective Communication Skills for Executives.
• Masters in Public Administration - University of Ghana - 1993
• Bachelor of Arts Degree (Political Science with Sociology) University of Ghana - 1986
• GCE (Advanced Level) Mpraeso Secondary School - 1982
• GCE (Ordinary Level) Akwamuman Secondary School Atimpoku - 1980
