Job Vacancy For Head of Unit, Monitoring & Inspection

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, Monitoring & Inspection


Reports To: Director, Compliance





Job Summary: Leads the Monitoring & Inspection Unit to ensure compliance across the gold value chain through field inspections, documentation reviews, and verification of trading activities. Oversees enforcement of standards and contributes to regulatory reforms and continuous monitoring.





Key Responsibilities:





• Develop and execute inspection protocols across gold mining, refining, and trading operations.


• Lead investigations into non-compliance, environmental breaches, and trade irregularities.


• Coordinate with law enforcement and regulatory agencies for joint monitoring actions.


• Ensure accurate documentation and reporting of inspection findings.


• Provide strategic input into compliance policy development and enforcement mechanisms.





Qualification Required & Experience





Skills and Qualification Requirement:





• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Regulatory Compliance, or a related discipline; Master’s degree preferred.


• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in regulatory compliance, audit, or inspection, with 4 years in a leadership role.


• Strong knowledge of gold sector operations, regulatory frameworks, and monitoring tools.


• Proven ability to lead investigations, manage field teams, and engage with stakeholders.


• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.





Location: Accra