The West African Examinations Council invites applications from qualified persons to fill the under-mentioned vacant positions in the Ghana National Office.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
The successful applicant will report to the Head, Legal Department and will be required to perform the following duties among others:
Draft/review contracts and other legal documents
Conduct research on legal issues
Represent the Council in court and before quasi-judicial bodies
Serve as a member of Staff Investigating Committees
Provide support to the Head of the Legal Department and other Divisions/Departments to achieve the Council’s objectives
Any other duties that may be assigned
Qualification Required & Experience
Applicants should possess:
(a) First Degree (Minimum, Second Class Lower) from a recognised University, professional qualification in law and be a practicing advocate in Ghana
(b) A minimum of SSSCE/WASSCE/GBCE/GCE O Level Certificate or their equivalents with credits in five subjects including English Language and Mathematics, at ONE (1) sitting.
SSSCE/WASSCE/GBCE/GCE O Level Certificate with credits in six subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, at not more than TWO (2) sittings.
Experience
Applicants must have at least seven (7) years relevant post-qualification experience.
Key Competencies
High sense of integrity, confidentiality and reliability
Very meticulous with excellent writing skills
Demonstrate a leadership ability, results-oriented and a team player
Good organizational and co-ordination skills
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Computer literacy
Clear understanding of the mandate of the Council and conversant with the WAEC Laws
Applicants must not be more than forty (40) years old as at the close of the advertisement for the position.
Location: Accra
How To Apply For The Job
To submit your application, click on the link below and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.
Click Here To Apply Online
Closing Date: 23 October, 2026
Please Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.