We are a state institution within Ghana’s precious mineral trade sector, mandated to oversee, regulate, and undertake the trading, assay and export of gold, promote value addition to the country's gold resources, support the accumulation of gold reserves, and generate foreign exchange for the country.

As a dynamic and forward-looking public entity specialising in gold and other precious mineral operations, we are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and inclusive growth in line with national priorities.

If you are passionate about contributing to the transformation of Ghana’s precious mineral trading sector and are seeking a challenging yet rewarding career, we invite you to explore the following opportunities across our operational functions.

Title: Head of Unit, Taskforce
Reports To: Director, Compliance

Job Summary: Leads the Taskforce Unit, overseeing the enforcement of security protocols and coordination of field operations to prevent unauthorised gold trading and movement. Provides strategic direction on anti-smuggling efforts and collaborates with law enforcement to maintain the integrity of the gold value chain.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement taskforce strategies to address illegal gold trade and smuggling.
• Supervise taskforce operations, including site inspections, patrols, and intelligence-led enforcement.
• Liaise with security agencies and regulatory partners for coordinated interventions.
• Oversee training, emergency preparedness, and compliance with enforcement procedures.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of taskforce activities and reporting systems.

Qualification Required & Experience

Skills and Qualification Requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Criminology, Law Enforcement, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in law enforcement, intelligence, or security operations, with 5 years in a senior role.
• Expertise in anti-smuggling operations, surveillance, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Strong leadership, strategic planning, and incident management capabilities.
• High ethical standards, sound judgement, and strong inter-agency coordination skills.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

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Closing Date: 30 April, 2025