Head of Unit, Compensation at Reputable State Institution

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, Compensation

Reports To: Director, Human Resources



Job Summary: Leads the development, implementation, and administration of the organisation's compensation programs, ensuring competitiveness, equity, and compliance with relevant regulations.



Key Responsibilities



• Design and implement competitive compensation strategies aligned with organisational goals and market trends.

• Develop and maintain salary structures, job evaluation systems, and pay equity analyses.

• Conduct market research and benchmarking to ensure competitive compensation packages.

• Oversee the administration of compensation programs, including salary reviews, incentive plans, and allowance

• Prepare annual compensation budget for approval



Qualification Required & Experience



Skills and Qualifications Requirements



• Master's degree in Human Resource Management or related field and a member of a professional body.

• Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in total rewards, compensation management, with at least four (4) years in a senior role

• Extensive experience in compensation management and total rewards

• Strong understanding of compensation principles, practices, and regulations.

• Proven ability to develop and implement compensation strategies.

• Knowledge of job evaluation methodologies.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in compensation software and data analysis tools.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• High level of integrity



Location: Accra