Tree Crops Development Authority is seeking to recruit Fund Administrator (Head of Secretariat).
Key Duties / Responsibilities
Develop / implement annual work plans, budgets and performance targets for the secretariat
Lead in the development, installation and adoption of Fund management manuals, systems, procedures and tools by staff
Lead in the development of fund sourcing of funds and disbursement policies
Leads in the development of fund’s investment policies
Governance
Coordinate and facilitate the documentation and implementation of decisions and directives of the fund management body and the TCDA board within approved mandates
Provide the fund management body with timely advice on operational, financial, investment, risk and other matters requiring its consideration
Funds Mobilization and Administration
Develop / implement frameworks to ensure timely receipts of funds as specified in section 17 of the TCDA Act 2019.
Prepare projected annual sources and Fund Statement for approval by the relevant body
Oversee the receipt, registration, screening, appraisal and processing of applications for funding support
Ensure that approved requests are processed and disbursed in accordance with approved terms, procedures and controls
Oversee the maintenance of complete and accurate records of Fund applications investment, grants, recoveries and other financial obligations
Financial Management and Fiduciary Oversight
Ensure the effective management and utilization of disbursed funds by beneficiaries in accordance with approved policies, budgets and financial procedures
Review periodically fund financial performance reports and ensure that significant issues are brought to the attention of the fund management body
Facilitate internal and external audits and ensure timely implementation of agreed audit recommendations
Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting
Ensure timely preparation and submission of periodic operational, financial, investment and performance reports to the Fund Management body, board and other authorized stakeholders
Ensure that the secretariat maintains reliable and up-to-date data and management information for decision-making
Risk Management, Compliance and Environmental and Social Standards
Ensure that appropriate risk management and internal control systems are established and maintained for the fund’s operations
Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, fund policies, financing agreements, financial requirement and other relevant standards
Work with the environmental and social safeguards officer to ensure that applicable environment and social requirements are integrated into fund supported activities
Ensure that material operational, financial, investment, reputational and environmental and social risks are identified, monitored and appropriately managed.
Ensure that complaints, grievances, conflicts of interest and other integrity-related matters are addressed in accordance with approved procedures
Stakeholder Engagement
Develop / implement a framework to create a stakeholder engagement platform for sharing ideas, practices that will contribute to the attainment of the fund’s goals
Conduct annual / periodic fund’s performance for a with stakeholders
Qualification Required & Experience
At least a master’s degree in agriculture economics/finance, as MBA with specification in investment management or any relevant / related area
At least 14 years of relevant experience covering Agri-financing eco system, agri-business risk management, agri-business value chain development, development finance etc
Core Competencies
Strategies leadership and sound management capability skills
Ability to prepare projected sources and users of funds statements, plans and budget for managing fund’s operations, strong financial, analytical and business judgement
Excellent written, oral communication and presentation skills
Location: Accra
How To Apply For The Job
Eligible applicant should provide information through a curriculum vitae (CV) demonstrating that, they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the role, CVs should not exceed 5 pages.
Expression of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in-person or by mail or by e-mail to:
The Chief Executive Officer
Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA)
No 20 Nii Tsatse Dzani Street
East Legon-Accra
Email to: [emailprotected]
Closing Date: 09 October, 2026
Please use the job title as the subject line of your email.