06/08/2026
*U.S. Mission in Ghana* is seeking to hire for *Regional Environment, Science, Technology, and Health Hub (R-ESTH) Assistant – Open to USEFMs Only*.
*Details;*
- *Employer:* U.S. Mission in Ghana.
- *Location:* Accra, Ghana.
- *Job Type:* Full-time.
- *Job Nature:* Unspecified.
- *Application Deadline: August 18, 2026.
*Requirements;*
- Open to U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) only (all agencies).
- *Security clearance required:* Secret/Confidential.
- *Education:* Associate degree or two (2) years of university studies.
- *Experience:* Three (3) years of experience/background in natural sciences, environment, science, technology, health (ESTH) and/or international relations.
- *Language:* Level IV (Fluent) oral and written English (will be tested).
- Must be familiar with ESTH issues in developing countries and have some knowledge of USG/Mission ESTH priorities.
- Must have competence in MS Office and excellent writing and analytical skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; tactful and discreet with professional contacts.
- Ability to undertake regional travel up to 25% or less (overnight stays may be required; lodging may be uncomfortable depending on funding/staffing).
- Ability to begin working within 12 weeks upon receipt of authorization/clearances.
*Responsibilities;*
- Support the R-ESTH Hub for West and Central Africa by developing initiatives/strategies, reporting, editing, researching, and acting for a principal officer during absence.
- Develop and maintain government, civil society, and private sector contacts; build relationships across Ghana, the region, and the global interagency community.
- Gather information to address major ESTH challenges; arrange meetings/symposia/events for outreach.
- Draft and disseminate a biweekly newsletter; serve on the Artificial Intelligence and Global Health Security Diplomacy Working Groups.
- Handle administrative tasks as necessary.
- Independently conduct research, analyze developments, and draft reports for ESTH developments of interest to the U.S. Government.
- Coordinate with officers at posts across the region; serve as backup in the absence of the R-ESTH Deputy.
- Attract additional financial/technical resources through partnership cultivation.
- Prepare new grants proposals (USG, private, international) aligned with priorities.
- Serve as a Grants Officer Representative and manage multiple grants through their lifecycle.
- Travel within West and Central Africa to develop contacts, represent the hub at conferences/programs, assess issues and partnerships, and support action on U.S. priorities.
*Benefits;*
- *Agency benefits:* U.S. Mission offers a competitive compensation and benefits package for local employees.
- For EFM applicants, benefits should be discussed with the HR Office.
*To apply, kindly use the link:*
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, s*x, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or s*xual orientation.
